Auto accident tips in Texas
Understanding minor auto accident cases: Zero damage does not equal zero injuries. Do you know the best way to deal with minor car accidents?Minor car and auto accidents can happen to anyone. Sometimes, you can be as careful as possible, but accidents do happen and even though you may not have caused or sustained substantial structural damage this does not mean there is no injury.
Insurance companies often argue that, "if a car is not structurally damaged, how can someone, protected by a seatbelt, sustain serious harm?" However, studies show that even minor fender-benders can result in serious harm.
Unfortunately, most judges allow the insurance companies to argue at trial that little damage means no injury. In these situations, our firm will often bring a doctor to trial to talk about how the injuries are related to the accident.
Many major insurance companies use a "take-it-or-leave-it" approach for people filing minor-impact claims. It is always best to consult a personal injury lawyer about any car accidents if you feel someone has been negligent. Our firm has successfully represented hundreds of clients who were injured in automobile or trucking accidents. From these cases, we have learned how insurance companies think. Simply put, they think simply.
Our principal attorneys are board certified personal injury attorneys and they can give you a free online evaluation of your potential claim. Our firm is located in Houston, Texas, but we maintain a national practice.
Here are some simple pointers to follow after a car or truck accident:
Make sure everyone is OK - If possible, move all vehicles away from traffic, but stay at the scene. Turn on your hazard lights if you can.
Call the police - Call 911 to report the accident.
Contact your insurance company and report the claim - The insurance company should hear about the accident from you as soon as you have a chance.
Do not admit fault - Discuss the accident only with the police and your claims representative.
Exchange information with any drivers involved - Important facts to take down: the name, address, phone number and license numbers for all drivers and witnesses. Make sure you ask for the policy numbers and insurance companies for all drivers involved.