If you were injured, and that injury was the result of someone else’s negligence, then you might have grounds for a personal injury case. That said, this not only needs to be true but you must be able to prove it as well. Keep reading to learn about the various types of evidence that might be used in these cases. You can contact Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas at 909-982-0707 for a free legal consultation today.
Medical Information
There are several elements you will need to prove, including the extent of your injuries. You will do that by providing medical records. If that is not enough, then we can work to find an expert to provide medical testimony. Depending on your medical history, it is possible that additional evidence will be needed to address pre-existing conditions and other issues.
Photos and Videos
If possible, take photos at the site of the accident. Of course, you should not do this if doing so would put you or another person in danger. If it is safe to do so, you can take pictures, take videos, and find other ways to show the scene. For example, if you are in a car accident, you can take photos of your injuries, the vehicles involved, and the scene. If there are weather issues, capture those in the photo. When it comes to evidence, the more you have the better.
Eyewitness Testimony
Did you have passengers in your car who could testify about what happened? They can be helpful but ideally there would be unbiased eyewitnesses who knew neither you nor the other party involved. If that is the case, get information including their address, phone number, and name.
Testimony from an Accident Reconstruction Expert
In some cases, it might seem to come down to a “he said”, “she said” situation. That is where accident reconstruction experts can come in. They are trained in analyzing accidents to determine the location of vehicles when they collided, the speed of vehicles, and other important elements.
There Are Two Reasons You Want Evidence
Of course, you want evidence to prove your case in court, but more importantly you want evidence to show the insurance company that it is not worth taking your case to court. The ideal situation for you is that you are able to settle for a fair amount. The more evidence you have, the more likely this will be.
If the insurance company does not settle then you can count on Law Offices of Fernando D. Vargas being here to take your case to court. Call us now at 909-982-0707 and we can begin the process with a free legal consultation.
