(Newswire.net — April 11, 2019) — Car accidents are common and so are the injuries from it. While many are mere scratch injuries, some are more serious and can have serious repercussions on your life. Though it is not possible to go back and undo the accident, you can look to get financial compensation that will cover your medical expenses and maybe even the time you had to take off from work due to this injury.
But this financial compensation is easier said than done simply because you have to prove that the other party was the cause of the accident and to do that, you need the right documents and evidence. This is where an auto vehicle attorney can help you.
Checks for reports
One of the first proof of the accident is the official report filed by the police officer who arrives at the site of the accident. The lawyer will follow up with the officer and will obtain an official copy of the accident after it is filed.
But many times, police officers don’t come to the accident spot right away, especially in areas where police resources are highly limited. In that case, you will have to file a case at the local police station. Investigators will follow up your case and will file reports based on their findings.
Your lawyer should be able to get a copy of these reports.
Changing a police report
Sometimes, there may be factual errors in the report filed by the officer. If this error is related to insurance or vehicle number, it is often easy to make the change when you show proof. But if the error is related to faulty determination, it can be difficult to make the change.
Your attorney will know the procedure to make this change. Though it may be long and sometimes even difficult, it is not impossible and your attorney will do it if he/she believes it is pertinent to strengthen your case.
Traffic laws
The auto attorney you choose should be experienced and should be well aware of the traffic laws of your state. These laws will vary from state to state, so finding a local lawyer can help to strengthen your case.
Though these laws are available in a condensed form in your DMV booklet, it is best to take the services of a lawyer to know the finer nuances of the laws and how it can be beneficial for you.
Thus, a good auto attorney will determine if you have a case after a car accident by verifying the reports filed after the accident and also, by analyzing the merits of the case against the established state traffic laws. Many times, the attorney will work with the insurance company to settle the case amicably, so you don’t have to go through the hassle of filing a case and proving the facts. Even if it comes down to that, the attorney should be able to take care of it all for you.