3 Landmines to Steer Clear of After a Dallas Car Accident

It is amazing how quickly your life can become utter chaos. Instead of your normal routine of work, household duties and spending time with your family, you are faced with doctor visits, insurance companies and missed days from work.

Trying to navigate through the complex claims process following a Dallas car accident is not for the light of heart. When you are seriously injured in a car crash, knowing what to do immediately is not easy.

Don’t Go This Direction

At Van Wey Law, we understand that the time period after a Dallas auto accident is nothing short of confusing and overwhelming. We see common mistakes made by accident victims and have listed some that you need to avoid.

Giving a recorded statement. Many people don’t think twice about giving a recorded statement to the other driver’s insurance company. It seems like just part of the process of recovering damages for your injuries. The unfortunate thing is that going on record with your version of the accident or your injuries could actually negatively impact your claim. You might say something you didn’t mean or it might be too early to know the extent of your injuries. If you are asked to provide a recorded statement, you should decline until you have a chance to talk with a lawyer.
Signing papers. If the insurance company has sent papers for you to sign, you need to be very cautious. You don’t want to sign anything that would jeopardize your recovery or give the insurer access to information that has no bearing on your case.
Not seeing the doctor. You might feel only minor pain after the crash, but the scary reality is that serious injuries sometimes don’t surface right away. For example, a little headache could indicate a brain injury and back pain could mean you have a herniated disc. It is not worth risking your health. If you have been in a major auto accident, get examined by a medical professional.

We Will Guide You

The truth is, this list is not comprehensive. There are many more actions that could hurt your chances of recovering compensation. It is therefore crucial that you contact an experienced Dallas car accident lawyer right away.

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