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Beware of These Common Errors California Drivers Make After Being Involved in a Truck Accident

When a person is the victim of a truck accident in California, they can suffer serious injuries. This is due in part to the size and weight of the vehicles and the fact that these vehicles take time to slow down -which means that the speed at impact is often high.

If you are involved in a truck accident, it is important to know what to do – and what not to do. Keep reading to learn some of the most common errors California drivers make, and then contact Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas at 909-982-0707 if you require a free legal consultation with an attorney.

Neglecting to Call the Police

If you are in an accident in which anyone is injured and/, or there is more than $950 of property damage, then you need to call the police. Failing to do so is not only against the law, but it can make it harder for you to win your personal injury case. It is always wise to contact the police – they can make a decision if they need to come to the scene or not.

Not Documenting the Accident and Injuries

You must document the specifics of the accident and your injuries. Take photos of the injuries, both right after they occurred and at every step of the healing process. Likewise, take photos of the accident scene, the damage done to your vehicle, skid marks, and anything else that could give an outsider some insight into what happened.

Not Talking to an Attorney

All too often, people want to “save money” by not hiring a personal injury attorney. Unfortunately, this often costs them a lot of money. Why? Because you might assume that the settlement offered by the insurance company is the best offer they have. They might claim that it is the best they can do.

But once you work with an attorney, we can look at the specifics of your case to not only determine what your case is worth but collect the evidence to prove it.

Posting About Your Injury and Accident on Social Media

For many people, getting on social media and talking about their lives is just part of the way they live their life. They might not think twice about sharing the details of the experience with their friends and family. They might assume that if they have their settings set properly, that the public cannot see it. This is false. Do not post anything on social media about the accident because it could end up hurting your case.

At Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas, we are here to help you avoid making errors after a truck accident. Contact us now at 909-982-0707 to request a free legal consultation.