5 Common Pitfalls After a Car Accident
Chances are that following a car accident, you don’t need any other problems to pile on. For that reason, there are several simple things that you shouldn’t do after an accident.
Here are five common pitfalls that drivers commonly face following a traffic crash:
1. Speeding Off Without Exchanging Information.
Not only is exchanging your license and insurance information with the other driver a good idea, it’s also the law.
If you leave the scene of an accident in Massachusetts, you may face hit-and-run felony criminal charges and possible jail time.
2. Saying “I’m Sorry for….”
There is nothing legally wrong with being polite and sympathetic when you see that someone is hurt, and the court will protect those statements from being used against you.
However, if you admit fault to someone at the scene of an accident, those statements can be used to prove your fault in causing the accident.
3. Having a Meltdown.
Tempers often run high after a collision and it is easy to lose your cool.
However, any shouting and/or explitives that you emit during a post-crash rant may add evidence to the other driver’s case.
4. Giving Away Details to the Other Party.
You don’t want to help the other side build their case, so if the other driver’s insurance company or attorney contacts you, do not speak with them about the accident.
Tell them to contact your insurance company or attorney and avoid incriminating yourself.
5. Taking the First Offer.
The first offer you receive from an insurance company or attorney may indeed be the best offer, but it would be very easy to accept the first offer that comes your way without thinking.
It’s wise to contact a car accident attorney in your area to discuss your options and possible counteroffers.
Related Resources:
- Massachusetts Traffic Laws (FindLaw)
- Car Accident Checklist: 5 Things to Do at the Scene (FindLaw’s Injured)
- Car Accident Liability: Proving Fault in a Car Crash (FindLaw)
- Car Insurance Claims: Dos and Don’ts (FindLaw)
2013-05-01 14:49:38
Source: http://bostonpersonalinjurynews.com/2013/05/5-common-pitfalls-after-a-car-accident.html
Source:
Anyone can join.
Anyone can contribute.
Anyone can become informed about their world.
"United We Stand" Click Here To Create Your Personal Citizen Journalist Account Today, Be Sure To Invite Your Friends.
Before It’s News® is a community of individuals who report on what’s going on around them, from all around the world. Anyone can join. Anyone can contribute. Anyone can become informed about their world. "United We Stand" Click Here To Create Your Personal Citizen Journalist Account Today, Be Sure To Invite Your Friends.
LION'S MANE PRODUCT
Try Our Lion’s Mane WHOLE MIND Nootropic Blend 60 Capsules
Mushrooms are having a moment. One fabulous fungus in particular, lion’s mane, may help improve memory, depression and anxiety symptoms. They are also an excellent source of nutrients that show promise as a therapy for dementia, and other neurodegenerative diseases. If you’re living with anxiety or depression, you may be curious about all the therapy options out there — including the natural ones.Our Lion’s Mane WHOLE MIND Nootropic Blend has been formulated to utilize the potency of Lion’s mane but also include the benefits of four other Highly Beneficial Mushrooms. Synergistically, they work together to Build your health through improving cognitive function and immunity regardless of your age. Our Nootropic not only improves your Cognitive Function and Activates your Immune System, but it benefits growth of Essential Gut Flora, further enhancing your Vitality.
Our Formula includes: Lion’s Mane Mushrooms which Increase Brain Power through nerve growth, lessen anxiety, reduce depression, and improve concentration. Its an excellent adaptogen, promotes sleep and improves immunity. Shiitake Mushrooms which Fight cancer cells and infectious disease, boost the immune system, promotes brain function, and serves as a source of B vitamins. Maitake Mushrooms which regulate blood sugar levels of diabetics, reduce hypertension and boosts the immune system. Reishi Mushrooms which Fight inflammation, liver disease, fatigue, tumor growth and cancer. They Improve skin disorders and soothes digestive problems, stomach ulcers and leaky gut syndrome. Chaga Mushrooms which have anti-aging effects, boost immune function, improve stamina and athletic performance, even act as a natural aphrodisiac, fighting diabetes and improving liver function. Try Our Lion’s Mane WHOLE MIND Nootropic Blend 60 Capsules Today. Be 100% Satisfied or Receive a Full Money Back Guarantee. Order Yours Today by Following This Link.
| Visits: | 1,708,352,662 |
| Stories: | 8,450,207 |
Whistler Blowers, Insiders
