What Documentation You Need To Assist a Lawsuit

If a person gets injured in an accident through the negligence or malicious intent of another, there is documentation that can make the process of a personal injury lawsuit far easier and one should keep the following points in mind. When the injury or accident happens, often times there is much confusion and emotional upset in the immediate environment and it is not always possible to obtain documentation or information right away.

When this is the case, simply get as much as you can and follow up or have a family member or friend follow up as soon as time permits to get the rest. Following is a list of things to be aware of that can provide valuable information and documentation in case of an accident or injury; this determines the strength of your claim.

• Get contact information of any who were involved in the accident;
• Get contact information of any witnesses to the accident ;
• If possible get photographs of the accident scene and damage incurred;
• Get insurance information from those involved in the accident; and
• Get together the names and addresses of any treating physicians

Important Documents to Acquire

The following documents can do much to carry a personal lawsuit forward and facilitate the claims process as well.

• Car insurance policies
• Police accident reports
• Copies of medical bills and medically related expenses
• Letters sent or received to insurance companies
• Proof of lost time at work and lost income

Obtain Experienced Legal Assistance

If you have been involved in an accident or have been injured in the Sarasota area, it is vital that you contact a Bradenton personal injury attorney as soon as possible. At the Miller Law Firm, we service clients in Sarasota, Manatee and Bradenton and are experienced with many different types of personal injury claims. We offer free consultations and will go over the details of your case in person.

Contact a Bradenton personal injury lawyer in our office to set up a consultation today.