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San Jose Car Accident Lawyer

Of all the different types of personal injury claims, car accidents form the basis of the majority of cases. Fortunately, many of these collisions are minor and do not result in serious injuries. When a crash is very serious, though, accident victims should not be responsible for the medical bills, lost income, and other losses the collision will cause. It is important to determine which driver acted negligently and is therefore liable for paying compensation for these costs. Although the law does allow you to file a claim against the at-fault driver after being hurt, the process is not easy. Our San Jose car accident lawyer can help you file your claim and ensure you receive the fair settlement you deserve.

What to Do After a Car Accident

The moments immediately following a car crash are incredibly confusing. You are suffering from serious injuries, may not know how the accident occurred, and may be wondering what to do next. To protect your rights, and any future claim you may file, the most important steps to take are as follows:

  • Report the accident, as required by law in California.
  • Exchange your name, contact information, and insurance information with all other drivers involved in the accident.
  • If possible, take photographs and video footage of the accident scene.
  • Seek medical treatment immediately, even if you do not think you were hurt.
  • Inform your insurance company about the collision, even if it was not your fault.
  • Contact a car accident attorney in San Jose for help with your claim.

If you do not take the above steps you may be in violation of the law, your insurance company may cancel your policy, and it could hurt any future claim you file.

Insurance Company Tactics

You may be surprised at how quickly an insurance adjuster representing the at-fault party will contact you after a crash. If you have been admitted to the hospital, they may even visit you there. The adjuster will act friendly and may even tell you they are going to take care of everything for you. They will not. They are trying to find ways to reduce or deny your claim.

While speaking to you, the adjuster will look for ways to take your words out of context. For example, if you say the other vehicle ‘came out of nowhere,’ they will use that to suggest that you were not paying attention to the road and are at least partly at fault for the crash. If they are successful with that argument, it will reduce the amount of damages you receive. The adjuster may even ask you for a recorded statement so they can use your own words against you in the future.

The adjuster may also ask you to sign a medical release or a settlement offer. It is critical that you do not sign anything before your lawyer reviews the documentation. You are likely signing away your rights, but a lawyer will prevent this from happening.

Call Our Car Accident Lawyer in San Jose for a Free Case Review

If you have been hurt, do not hesitate to contact our San Jose car accident attorney at Brod Law Firm. Our seasoned attorney knows how to go up against the big insurance companies so you receive the full and fair settlement you deserve. Call us now at (800) 427-7020 or reach out to us online to schedule a free case review and to learn more about how we can help.

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"I was referred to Greg Brod for a car accident I was in and I will now owe the person who referred me, forever." Christine M., Yelp review
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