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Filing a Claim

Automobile accidents can be traumatic and unnerving. If you got injured in an automobile accident, you might be even more stressed. You might decide that you want to file an injury claim because of an injury. If this is the case, there are some important steps that you should keep in mind. Follow these steps for help getting compensation without added stress.

Finding a Lawyer

The first thing that you should do if involved in an automobile accident is hire a lawyer. This is an important step to take because personal injury lawyers have worked with cases like yours. This means that you will get the best defense possible from a lawyer who knows what to do. This can take an enormous amount of stress off of you as you face the difficulty of filing a lawsuit.

Getting Information

As soon as you are involved in an accident you should always write down basic information. Get the basic information from all the vehicles involved in the accident. Write down the make, model, and year of the vehicles involved in the accident. Also write down the license plate number and the date of expiration. Once you have this information, you can give it to your insurance company and file a claim.

Determining Fault

To determine fault, you should call the police. Arrange for an officer to come down to the scene of the accident. A police officer will make a police report and give you a file number so that you can access this information. Many insurance companies ask that a police report gets filed before you make an injury claim.

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Determining Injuries

If you are seriously injured by the accident, you should go to the hospital. But, even if you have minor injuries, it is still a good idea to go to the emergency room and have yourself checked out. By going to the hospital right after the accident, you can get the most accurate report of your injuries. This will come in handy when you want to file your injury claim.

Contacting Your Insurance Company

Within twenty-four hours of the accident, you should contact your insurance company. Let them know what happened. Once you do this, you can file an injury claim. Your insurance company will provide you with the necessary forms. They will also request medical records as well as the police report of the accident. The sooner you get this information, the sooner you can get started on the process of filing an injury claim. It is important to keep in mind that there is a statute of limitation on injury claims. In the state of Connecticut, you must file a lawsuit within two years of the date of the accident. For this reason, it is important to begin the process of gathering documentation and filing your injury claim as soon as possible.

By following these steps, you can file your injury claim with as little stress as possible. If you have further questions, we are happy to help.

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