The actions you take after being involved in a truck accident can impact your ability to recover compensation. Make sure you avoid doing these 7 things which may damage a potential truck accident case.

1. 7 A C T I O N S T H A T C A N D A M A G E Y O U R
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2. Truck accidents can be traumatic and
stressful events, often resulting in
catastrophic injuries that require costly
medical treatment. Will you know what to
do in the aftermath to protect your rights?
The following actions may potentially
jeopardize your ability to recover the
compensation you deserve.

3. F A I L I N G T O C A L L T H E P O L I C E
You should always call the police and request that an
officer be dispatched to the scene to gather evidence and
fill out a report. Often, the information contained in the
police report can help support your claim that the truck
driver was at fault, especially if the report indicates the
truck driver was intoxicated or received a traffic citation.
Answer police questions honestly, but never admit fault.

4. F A I L I N G T O D O C U M E N T
T H E A C C I D E N T
Gather all relevant
information about the
truck driver and trucking
company.
Take photos of the
accident scene.
Talk to witnesses and write
down their contact
information.
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It's important to document
the accident and gather
evidence before leaving the
scene.

5. Never tell the police, the
truck, driver or your
insurance company that
you were at fault. This can
potentially jeopardize your
ability to recover
compensation.
Truck accidents are
incredibly complex. Let our
lawyers carefully
investigate your case to
determine who was at fault
for your injuries.
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6. Always visit your doctor within 2-3 days of the truck
accident, even if you don't think you've been hurt. It
can often take days or weeks for symptoms to develop,
particularly with brain injuries. You want to receive
prompt treatment and document that your injury was
in fact caused by the truck accident.
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7. You are legally required to contact your insurance company in a timely
manner to report being involved in a truck accident. Failure to do so can
potentially jeopardize your ability to recover the benefits to which you are
entitled.
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8. P O S T I N G O N S O C I A L M E D I A
It's best to keep a low profile on
social media following a truck
accident. The insurance company
will be monitoring your actions, and
they will look for evidence that your
injuries haven't impacted your life
in a serious way. Posting pictures of
vacation getaways or participating
in outdoorsy, athletic activities can
potentially jeopardize your ability
to maximize your compensation.

9. H A N D L I N G Y O U R C A S E O N Y O U R
O W N
Truck accidents are highly complex. If
you've suffered serious injuries, you'll
need the assistance of an experienced
attorney to ensure you recover the
compensation you deserve.
The insurance company isn't on your
side. Their goal is to minimize the
amount of money they must pay on your
claim. Working with a lawyer will ensure
your rights are protected every step of
the way.

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