Alpharetta Attorney Blog

In 2006, 49,939 people were injured in Atlanta car accidents. A seemingly minor car accident may have caused a lot of damage to your vehicle and injuries to yourself. Even a minor accident could take up a lot of time in the following weeks as you deal with insurance companies, car repairs, and doctor appointments.

What Do I Do After I've Been In A Car Accident?

In the last blog we discussed what to do if you've been in a car accident and you were at fault. Regardless of whose fault the accident was, there are basic but important steps you should follow after being involved in an automobile accident:

• Report the accident
• Document the accident
• Contact a car accident lawyer
• Contact the insurance company

Do I Need to Hire An Attorney If The Accident Wasn't My Fault?

It is extremely important to hire a car accident attorney if another driver was at fault for the accident. Once you've contact an attorney you can explain how the accident happened and give him any documentation and information you have regarding the accident. It is important for the attorney to have all of the details you can give to him or her so they will best be able to gather more details if needed to build the strongest possible case.

If you've been involved in an auto accident at the fault of another driver, you may be entitled to compensation including the cost of medical treatment, lost wages, and your own pain and suffering. An experienced car accident attorney will be able to help you get compensation and help you through the legal issues surrounding this time. Contact our Alpharetta car accident attorneys at Daniel W. Mitnick & Associates, PC.

In Atlanta, our roads are full and car accidents are a fairly common occurrence. No matter the severity of an automobile accident, you should always take it very seriously from the moment it happens.

Below are a few steps to take if you've been in a car accident. These are particularly for those who have been in an accident and are at fault for the car accident. Though, regardless of who's fault, similar steps should be taken. If you were in a car accident and it was someone else's fault, check back next week for a blog for your situation.

Report The Accident

If you are able, check to make sure that others involved are okay. Then call 911 to report the accident immediately. Make sure they are aware of any serious injuries.

Document The Accident

If the accident appears to be your fault, still gather as much information as you can. Write down what you happened from your point of view. Take any photos of any surroundings that may have added to the accident's occurrence. Also, if any eye-witnesses stopped, be sure to get their contact info.

Hire An Experienced Car Accident Attorney

If you were at fault for the accident, it's important that you hire a car accident lawyer. It is very likely that the other party or parties involved in the accident also hired an attorney and you will need someone to help you fight back so nothing more than necessary is taken. Working with an attorney will help you to survive the after affects of a car accident.

Contact The Insurance Company

Wait until you've spoken with an attorney to talk to other party's insurance company. It's important that you seek the advice of a car accident lawyer before speaking with the insurance companies, especially if you are asked to sign any documents.

If you're looking for a trusted Alpharetta car accident attorney, contact the Law Offices of Daniel W. Mitnick today. We care for our clients and understand the way a car accident can change your life in an instant.