The two days after an accident matter more than most people realize. Evidence disappears, memories blur, and insurers begin building their file immediately.
Get treated, even if you feel fine
Adrenaline hides injuries. A same-day medical record connects your injury to the incident — a gap of days gives an insurer room to argue otherwise.
Document everything you can
Photograph the scene, the vehicle or hazard, and your visible injuries. Get names and numbers for witnesses. Keep receipts.
Report, but do not give a recorded statement
File the required report. Decline recorded interviews from the other side's insurer until you have spoken with counsel.
Write down what happened
A short, dated account written while it is fresh is often the most useful document in the file.
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