How to Help Your San Antonio Truck Accident Lawyer Win Your Case
After a crash involving a large truck, choosing the right San Antonio truck accident lawyer is one of the most important steps you will take. If you have been involved in an accident with a truck and you believe you have the right to compensation, it is critical that you know what you are up against. The trucking company, and the insurance company representing them, will start building their defense as soon as they learn about the crash. It is important to have legal representation on your side, too.
Although an attorney can handle the legal details of your case, there are also things you can do to help them. Our experienced attorney explains what these are below.
How You Can Help Your Lawyer with Your Case
The actions you take after a truck accident can significantly help your lawyer win your case. They include:
- Seek medical treatment: Establishing a clear connection between the crash and your injuries is critical to winning your case. Delaying medical treatment will only make this more difficult, as it could indicate that your injuries were not caused by the crash or not as severe as you stated. The insurer will use any gap or delay in treatment against you, so make sure you see a doctor right away.
- Preserve evidence: Your lawyer will collect some evidence for you, such as the driver’s logs, driving record, and employment record from the trucking company. However, there are certain types of evidence you can collect and preserve, as well. These include photos and video of the crash scene, the damage to vehicles while at the crash scene, and your injuries, and more. Also, if you spoke to witnesses at the scene, make sure to obtain their names and contact information because police officers rarely will include that information in the police report.
- Follow legal advice: If your lawyer provides legal advice, makes recommendations, or asks for additional documentation, follow through with it as quickly as possible. This can help your attorney build a strong case and also avoid delays. If you are unsure of why your lawyer is requesting or recommending something, simply ask them to get the insight you need.
How to Avoid Hurting Your Case
Just as there are things you can do to help your lawyer as they work on your case, there are also things to avoid. These include:
- Speaking to insurance adjusters
- Posting about the accident on social media
- Admitting fault, even saying ‘I am sorry’ or ‘I did not mean to,’ can be taken out of context
- Signing any documents without allowing your lawyer to review them first
- Not following your doctor’s treatment recommendations
- Lying or exaggerating at any point during the process
- Failing to tell your lawyer about previous car accidents or injuries
- Failing to tell your lawyer about new car accident, work accident or any other type of accident or injury causing event after the date you hire your lawyer
Our Truck Accident Lawyer in San Antonio Can Help with Your Case
You and your San Antonio truck accident lawyer both play a very important role in your case. At the Law Office of Israel Garcia, our experienced attorney can guide you through the process, build a strong case so you obtain the best possible outcome, and ensure your rights are protected at all times. Call us today at 210-LAW-9999 or contact us online to schedule a consultation and to get the legal help you need.
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