After being involved in an auto accident and getting legal representation, there will be certain documents that you have to present to your lawyer for a better evaluation of your case.
Here is a list of important documents that you need to secure:
1. Insurance policy – A copy of your insurance policy will help your lawyer determine what type of insurance coverage you may be entitled to.
2. Proof of Premium Payments – These statement, bills, or receipts will show your periodical remittance of premium payments to your insurance company. This is evidence that will help prove that the policy is in force and is paid up.
3. Information Exchanged at the Accident Scene – You must give your lawyer all information exchanged between parties to an accident while at the scene. This includes names and contact numbers.
4. Police Information on the Accident – Provide your lawyer with a copy of the accident report drafted by police. This information contains important details in the accident including the on-scene officer’s initial impression and the diagram of cars and pedestrians at the time of the accident.
5. Tickets Related to the Incident – If you were issued a citation ticket related to the accident, give your attorney a copy of the ticket. This will inform him of the violation made.
6. Photographs – If your car was damaged in the accident and you have taken pictures of it, you have to show them to your lawyer. If you do not have a photograph, your lawyer can help you obtain a copy from the insurance company.
7. Statements Made to the Insurance Company – If you get involved in a car accident, a representative of your insurance company may have contacted you to get your statement about the accident. However, once you hire a lawyer, you are not obliged to give a statement to your insurance company. In any case, provide your lawyer a copy of this statement or inform him if you have given a statement to your insurance company.
8. Medical/ Psychological Records – Provide your lawyer all the medical records of your injuries and treatment made, and as much as necessary the psychological and psychiatric treatment you received, including the names and addresses of your health providers.
9. Income/ Pay Records – Give your lawyer a proof of your pre-accident earnings to help him calculate for “lost wages” compensation.
These important documents will help your lawyer obtain compensation for the damages you received as a result of the accident. To assist you better in your claim, a personal injury attorney who specializes in auto accidents can improve your chances of getting the compensation you deserved.
