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When you are injured in an accident, the last thing on your mind is to begin gathering information about who, what, where, when and how it happened. However, a serious physical injury may give rise to a Personal Injury case. Acquiring solid evidence is the first step toward receiving compensation after being injured by the negligence of another. Without concrete proof or evidence, it will be difficult if not impossible to demonstrate who is at fault and the severity of the injuries/damages sustained. In this brief article, we will examine the importance of collecting evidence for your Personal Injury case. We will also look at what kind of evidence an injury victim should gather if they are injured in an accident.
When Does an Injury Provide a Basis for a Personal Injury Case?
A Personal Injury case may arise from bodily harm and even emotional harm. Most personal injury cases arise when an individual breaches a duty of care, and it results in harm to another.
The Most Common Types of Personal Injury Cases May Arise From
- Automobile Accidents
- Slip and Fall Accidents
- Construction Site Accidents
- Workplace Accidents
- Assault
- Product Defect Accidents
- Medical Malpractice
- False Detention, Arrest, or Imprisonment
- Malicious Prosecution
- Invasion of Privacy
- Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress
Why Collecting Evidence Quickly is Crucial
A delay in gathering evidence for a Personal Injury case can result in some evidence disappearing or no longer being available. Recollections fade over time and documents can be lost or destroyed. Moreover, the visible condition of an injured party may change. Physical evidence can also fade away over time. Acting in the moment an injury occurs facilitates proper planning for a potential case.
The Kind of Evidence You Should Gather
Following an incident, you should try to collect as much evidence as possible from the scene of accident and then document any injuries sustained because of the incident.
Most Important Evidence You Should Gather and Preserve
- Photographs of the scene where the accident occurred
- An official police report or other incident report
- Report from an accident reconstruction expert
- Witness statements from anyone who observed the accident
- Written record of your own recollections of the accident
- Medical records and medical documentation
- Texts and emails
- Pictures of any visible injuries/scarring
- Any other relevant information that may help your claim
Shalom Law, PLLC, is Here to Fight for the Compensation You Deserve!
If you or are loved one has experienced any physical or emotional harm, you may have a possible Personal Injury case. You need to call an experienced Personal Injury Attorney. Collecting evidence is of the utmost importance. You will need an attorney who knows how to utilize the evidence best to substantiate your claim for losses while navigating the tactics of insurance companies. The attorneys at Shalom Law, can do just that. We are prepared to fight hard for you to ensure your rights are protected and you receive the maximum compensation you deserve.
Call us today for a free consultation: (718) 971-9474.
