The Most Important Information to Get After a Car Accident
According to the Department of Transportation, more than 30,000 fatal car accidents happened in 2019. At the same time, more than 2 million people were injured in car accidents around the country, with a big percentage of these accidents being caused by other people’s negligence.
When a car accident occurs, you could suffer anything from serious burns to brain and spinal injuries. If the accident was caused by the fault of other drivers, then it is within your rights to file a personal injury claim seeking compensation for the damages you suffered.
If a negligent driver violates your rights and leaves you dealing with devastating injuries and expensive property damage, get in touch with us, and we will help you file a personal injury lawsuit. You need to have some crucial information if you want to win an accident claim, however.
Important Information to Get After a Car Accident
A Police Report
Residents of Illinois are required to file a crash report if the wreck caused injuries, death, or property damage worth more than $1,500. A police report is important because it is evidence that an accident happened. In addition, it contains essential information such as the following:
- Names of drivers involved
- Date of the accident
- Location of the accident
- Name of the police officer who responded to the crash
- An opinion of who caused the accident
- Witness details and contact information
Proof of Income
Proof of income is important if you want to prove to the court that you lost income due to the accident. A good example is when you are a violinist, but the accident causes you to lose a hand, making it difficult to play the violin. When presenting your proof of income, it is vital to attach signed contracts as this increases the weight of your evidence.
Medical Records
Another important set of documents you must have is your medical records. Medical records are important because they prove that an injury was caused by a car accident. For this reason, we advise that immediately after the accident, you go for a medical check-up.
Some injuries manifest months after an accident, and if they are not identified immediately, it will become difficult to prove that they were caused by the car accident at all. Some of the medical information that you need to acquire is as follows:
- Hospital admission records
- Hospital bills and invoices
- Specialty bills
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If you are unsure of how to go about your car accident case, do not hesitate to contact Mahoney & Mahoney, LLC by dialing 815-656-4600.
You can also get in touch with us via the contact form on this website. When we work together, you can rest assured that the best possible outcome for your case will be achieved.
