10 Mistakes The Can Ruin Your Car Accident Claim

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There are many mistakes you can make to jeopardize you car accident claim. Most unsuspecting car accident victims think they are doing the right thing, when they are in fact jeopardizing the outcome of their claim.

An individual with no legal background in personal injury law may not be familiar with what to do or not to do when handling their car accident claim. If you or a loved one was seriously injured in a car accident, it is in your best interest to consult with an experienced car accident attorney to ensure that you do not make any mistakes that can ruin your claim.

The Innocent Mistakes That Can Affect Your Case

Below are 10 mistakes identified by New Jersey car accident lawyers that can play a crucial role in hurting your otherwise legitimate case.

1.      Talking about your case with other people.

2.      Providing the insurance adjuster with a recorded statement without notifying your attorney and/or having your attorney present.

3.      Missing appointments or failing to get necessary medical treatment for the injuries you have sustained.

4.      Posting on social media – Insurance adjusters will investigate your social media accounts (such as Facebook and Twitter) to look for negative things they can use to avoid liability or paying you the just compensation that you deserve.

5.      Disposing of important medical evidence, such as pill bottles, braces, prescriptions and any other items from your treating physicians.

6.      Failing to get contact information for witnesses to the scene of the accident. This is especially important if liability is not clear-cut.

1.      Failing to provide your attorney with all relevant information, whether good or bad.

2.      Talking about your case with other people, even if you think they have good intentions.

3.      Lying to the insurance adjuster – chances are, they will ultimately discover the truth.

4.      Failing to obtain an attorney soon after your accident.

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For more information or to schedule a complimentary consultation with a New Jersey car accident lawyer, please call the Law Offices of Dan T. Matrafajlo at (908) 248-4404.