Unfortunately, no matter how carefully you drive, road traffic accidents are always a possibility. Often motor vehicle accidents require some investigations, largely to establish fault, liability, and compensation.
Depending on the details and severity of the accident, investigations can include the police, lay witnesses, expert witnesses, medical experts, a car accident attorney, insurance companies, and other professionals.
It's important that you contact a car accident attorney, such as Robert J. DeBry & Associates, as soon as possible. This enables your attorney to gain as many facts about the accident as possible and as early as possible in order to provide you with the best representation.
To help you understand the process better, we've put together the first steps of investigating a motor vehicle accident.
Documenting the Accident Site
A crash scene doesn't stay intact for long; obstructions, such as cars and debris, are moved out of the way, damages are repaired, tire marks fade and people leave the scene.
It is, therefore, vital that the scene is documented as soon as possible. This can include taking photographs and recording videos, as well as making written notes and hand-drawn diagrams.
Speaking with Witnesses
A car accident attorney will interview relevant witnesses to gather vital facts in support of your potential claim or defense. Witnesses may include members of the public who saw the accident occur and passengers of the vehicles involved.
Obtaining Documents
We'll make sure that we collect all necessary documents following a motor vehicle accident. These may include the police report, your motor vehicle insurance policy, and relevant medical records.
Additionally, we may arrange for independent investigations of the vehicles involved in the accident, and, depending on the circumstances, we might appoint expert witnesses.
If you've been involved in a motor vehicle accident, it's important that you contact an attorney without delay. Our expert team at Robert J. DeBry & Associates can guide you through all options and provide top-quality representation.