December 10, 2008

How to Make a Car Accident Claim

Everyone is likely to be involved in a car accident, and statistics show that most people are involved in at least one car accident in their life. If you are injured in a car accident, making a claim can ensure that you receive compensation for your injury and lost earnings.

When you are involved in a car accident that was not your fault, the accident should be immediately reported to the police and insurance company. You should seek medical assistance as soon as possible as well as collect evidences to support your claim. Evidence can be the names and phone numbers of witnesses or photographs of the accident site.

Remember, in order to make a successful claim, you must collect enough evidences that can prove your innocence. In addition, the claims for a car accident should be filed within three years from the date of the accident, so if you decided to make a claim, do as soon as possible.

As a car accident victim, you could seek legal help on a “no win no fee” basis, which means you won’t have to pay in the event that you lose.

In cases where the driver at fault was uninsured, the Motor Insurance Bureau will provide compensation to the victims of the uninsured or untraced drivers.

So if you encounter a can accident, feel free to contact an experienced car accident lawyer to help you.

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