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4 Mistakes To Avoid After A Florida Keys Car Accident

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After getting involved in a Florida Keys car accident, you might experience confusion and shock. Emotions can run high after an auto accident, and at that moment, you may feel unsure about what to do. On the other hand, because of the different emotions that arise after a car accident, you might find yourself making mistakes in the moments following your accident. Unfortunately, mistakes can lead to negative effects. For example, a mistake can lead to you being barred from recovering compensation from your insurance company or an at-fault party’s insurance company. Therefore, it is important that you understand what to do as well as what not to do after a car accident.

This article focuses on some mistakes you need to avoid after a Florida Keys car accident. As much as everyone hopes they never get involved in a car accident, it’s better to be prepared.

Mistakes To Avoid After a Florida Keys Car Accident                                       

The list of mistakes you need to avoid after a Florida Keys car accident is endless. Nevertheless, some mistakes are more common than others. Below are four mistakes that people often make after being involved in a car accident. Hopefully, with this information, you can avoid other people’s mistakes.

Waiting To Seek Medical Help

This is one of the worst mistakes you can make after suffering an injury in a car accident. Whether you plan on seeking compensation from your insurance company or an at-fault party’s insurance company, it would be a mistake to delay seeking medical help. This is because, apart from helping you protect your health, seeking prompt medical attention can help you protect your right to compensation.  Seeking timely medical help shows that this car accident caused the injuries you are seeking damages for.    The sooner you seek medical treatment the better.

Not Gathering Information From the Other Motorist

After a Florida Keys car accident, motorists are expected to exchange contact information with each other. Therefore, it would be a mistake for you not to collect the other driver’s contact information. After getting into a Florida Keys car accident with another motorist, ensure you collect from the driver details such as their phone number, name, and address. Also, make sure you collect their insurance information.   Take photos and video of the property damage and scene, if possible.

Admitting Fault / Acknowledging “Your Fine”

After a car crash it is common for the parties to interact to make sure the other party is not hurt.   Statements meant to comfort the at-fault party such as, “I’m sorry”, “it could have happened to anyone”, “this road is tricky”, “I saw someone cut you off”, “it’s not your entirely your fault” can come back to bite you during litigation.    The at-fault’s insurance company may take these statements to mean that their insured is not responsible for the crash.

Additionally, statements such as “I’m fine” or “I’ll be ok” when discussing your injuries is also not recommended.   You may not know the extent of your injuries until hours or days later.   Just because you are not paralyzed does not mean “you’re ok”.  These types of admission on scene could cost you thousands or tens of thousands of dollars in compensation down the road.

Not Contacting a Car Accident Attorney

Failing to contact an auto accident attorney after your Florida Keys car accident can be a huge mistake, especially if your accident results in damages or injuries.   You do NOT want to speak with an insurance adjuster without legal counsel.   An attorney can help you obtain fair compensation regardless of the accident’s severity or who was at fault. If you try to deal with your car accident case on your own, you might end up accepting an unfair settlement or award.

Florida Keys Injury Can Help

If you need more information on what to do or not to do after a car accident, or assistance with your car accident case, we are here to help. At Florida Keys Injury, our Key West & Marathon car accident attorneys have the resources to ensure we get the best outcome for our clients. Contact us today at 786-605-8500 for a 100% free consultation.

Resource:

forbes.com/advisor/car-insurance/what-to-do-after-accident/

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