A car wreck can happen when you least expect it, leaving you with expenses for injuries, damages and psychological suffering. There is a reason we don’t use the term ‘car accident’ at Coluccio Law, we instead use the term ‘car crash.’ We say crash because the word ‘accident’ implies that no one was at fault. We believe that the majority of car crashes are not accidents, but rather events that can be prevented. When involved in a major car crash, it’s important to know what steps to take to protect yourself and those around you. At Coluccio Law, our team of personal injury attorneys is here to help you. Check out our top 4 steps to take after being involved in a car crash below!
- Safety First. You should stay in your car to check for any injuries that may have occurred to you or your passengers. Then immediately call the police to report that you were involved in a car wreck.
- Gather Evidence and Exchange Information. If you are able to get out make sure to take pictures of the scene. Be sure to talk to any witnesses and get their side of the story, as well as writing down how the crash happened from your perspective. Additionally, make sure that you share contact and insurance information with other parties involved in the collision, including any passengers.
- File a Report. Once the police come, you should tell them your side of the story, share the evidence collected, and get a copy of the statement if applicable.
- Contact Your Car Crash Attorney. After you’ve gathered the evidence and spoken with local authorities, you should contact our team of professional personal injury attorneys here at Coluccio Law. While you are at the scene of the car crash, do not speak to any insurance companies or share any extra details with those involved before speaking with an attorney. Reaching out to a car crash attorney immediately allows you to get ahead of your insurance company, not to mention the other parties insurance company and their lawyer. Waiting to speak to anyone will help to protect you and your rights.
Contact Kevin Coluccio, Experienced Seattle Car Crash Attorney Today.
If you have been involved in a car crash in Seattle, Washington, reach out to your trusted expert that knows the state legal system and how to effectively handle car crash cases. A native of Washington State and a car crash attorney with more than 30 years of experience practicing, wants to fight for you. Kevin Coluccio, your car crash attorney, will investigate what happened for you and can help in navigating the often confusing world of insurance claims and settlements. If you’re injured in a car accident, then getting an attorney to fight for you will always ensure a better settlement. Our firm can advise you of any statute of limitations that can help you file a claim on time, helping you to avoid a bar date. An attorney will also be able to inform you of any special exceptions to the limitations that may be of your benefit. If taken to court, Coluccio will prepare your case for trial and even go to trial if your case does not settle.
Don’t leave things to chance. Make sure you have someone on your side who you know is working in your best interest. Coluccio is dedicated to helping seriously injured people and their loved ones navigate through the civil justice system throughout Washington state. If you or a loved one has been involved in a car crash, contact attorney Kevin Coluccio today for help.
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