If
any of the drivers isn't the owner of the car he
was driving, you still need that person's name, as
he was driving at the time.
If
possible, you should write down the names, address
and numbers of any witnesses who saw what
happened, take any statements if possible.
As
soon as possible write down all the circumstances,
including the details concerning other
cars: model, damage caused and received.
If you have a camera, take some pictures.
If
you don't, it may be useful to draw a schematic picture
of the
accident scene, including road junctions, any traffic
lights and position of all vehicles participating
in the accident.
If
for any reasons you can't stop at the accident
scene, you must report it to your insurance company
within 24 hours.
Medical Assistance
Even
though you may feel normal right after the
accident, it doesn't mean that you didn't suffer
any injuries. Symptoms of car
accident injuries may
appear even 48 hours later. Seek medical assistance
and keep a daily record of your injuries, the medication
and treatment of it. Write down all your expenses,
keep all bills and - if possible - all
receipts as well.
What Can I Include In A Car Accident Claim?
Car
accident compensation may cover numerous losses.
First of all, you can make an injury
claim and get
compensation for any personal injuries to you or
any passengers, as well as for the costs of any medical
treatment. Pain and suffering - any psychological
damage may be compensated, too.
Furthermore,
you can claim costs for damage to your car and
property, including diminution of your
vehicle's value and insurance policy excess.
Any loss of your income caused by the accident and
even reduced job prospects in the future may be the
subject of a car
accident claim.
Use
of a replacement
car or courtesy car while yours is either being
repaired or evaluated, can also be
compensated. As you can see a car accident compensation
claim is a very broad subject and it includes not only
an accident injury
claim, but much more details - important
both in your private and working life.
Too Many Details?
All
these details seem complicated when you read about
them. But there is no reason why you should take care
of everything by yourself. When you suffer from a car
injury it's better for you to leave all the procedures
to a professional personal
injury specialist and let
them take care of the paperwork. You on the other
hand
just
take
care
of
your health,
leave the other worries in the hands of a quality
accident solicitor.
If
you were injured in a car accident, you're
hurt and tired, so it's easy to forget about
some important issues. That is why you should contact
an accident solicitor -
proficient and experienced - and let them do all the
necessary work to grant you
good
compensation. Thanks to 'no
win no fee' you
don't risk any money and if you lose your claim,
the solicitor pays all the fees and bills.
The
Author
It's
easy to seek car accident compensation,
if you know how. Learn the 12 revolutions of the
new compensation
claim culture
at http://www.100Percent-Compensation.co.uk and
get a free
assessment.
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