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How to gather evidence after a car accident
Jared explains how photos, an injury journal and a clear record of your medical providers can help preserve the details of your accident.
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Start with the part you’re dealing with. Find a short answer, a fuller explanation and a useful next step.
At the scene
Start with what happened.
Answers for documenting the accident and keeping the details together.
- The photos worth keeping
- Driver and witness information
- A record you can find later
Then explore
00:25Quick answer
What photos should you take after a car accident?
A quick look at the scene, vehicle and people photographs that can help you remember what happened.
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00:18Quick answer
What information should you get from the other driver?
The contact, insurance and vehicle details Jared recommends recording before you leave the accident scene.
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00:19Quick answer
What if police don’t come to the accident scene?
Jared explains the importance of photos and witness information when an officer does not come to the scene.
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00:17Quick answer
Talking to the other driver after a car accident
Keep the exchange calm and focus on documenting what happened, rather than debating fault at the scene.
Watch and read Talking to the other driver after a car accidentMedical care
Make room for your recovery.
Understand the questions that can come up about symptoms, treatment and keeping a record of your care.
- How you feel after the crash
- Following your provider’s plan
- Documenting the effect on your life
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Feeling fine after an accident: why getting checked matters
Jared discusses why how you feel immediately after a crash may change, and why medical evaluation matters.
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How treatment gaps can affect an injury claim
Two short explanations of why following your provider’s recommendations and keeping records matter after an accident.
Watch and read How treatment gaps can affect an injury claimInsurance & offers
Understand the full picture.
Explore what goes into a settlement conversation before deciding what to do with an offer.
- Early offers and medical bills
- What a fair settlement considers
- The role of a case-value estimate
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Before you accept an early accident settlement
Jared explains the risk of agreeing to a settlement before you understand your medical treatment and bills.
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What makes a settlement fair?
Medical expenses, lost wages and pain and suffering all matter. Jared explains why there is no quick equation for a fair settlement.
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00:40Video guide
Using the accident settlement calculator
Jared introduces Impact Legal’s calculator and explains why an estimate is a starting point for a more specific conversation.
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00:19Quick answer
The insurer says you don’t need a lawyer. What next?
Jared explains why getting an independent opinion can help when an insurance company tells you not to seek legal advice.
Watch and read The insurer says you don’t need a lawyer. What next?Deadlines & help
Know your next step.
Start with the timing questions and find out how a conversation can help you understand your options.
- Check the deadline for your situation
- Preserve evidence early
- Ask whether you may have a claim
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Arizona injury claim deadlines: why waiting can hurt
Two short videos explain why you should check the deadline for your situation and preserve evidence early.
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Not sure whether you have an injury case?
Jared explains how a free consultation can help you ask the questions you do not yet know how to answer.
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