After an Accident
Five rules every rider should know about motorcycle accidents
1. Go to the emergency room and see a doctor immediately. Do not let an insurance adjustor choose a doctor for you. You have a right to the doctor of your choice. Any delay in getting medical care could hurt your case in the long run. Keep copies of all medical records, prescriptions, and treatments you receive under a physician’s care.
2. Notify your insurance company as soon as possible. Avoid delays. They may hurt your case later. Have a paper trail showing you were timely and responsible in taking the necessary steps to protect yourself after the accident.
3. Do not sign anything or give a statement for an insurance adjuster. After an accident and emergency medical treatment, the first person you should speak with is a motorcycle accident attorney at Lundy Law. If you speak to anyone else, you may well be signing away your rights to future compensation.
4. Insurance adjusters and insurance companies are committed to profit, not the well-being and fair compensation of motorcycle accident victims. They can make the aftermath of a motorcycle accident difficult. They try to undervalue the claim of an accident victim. Use these tips to protect yourself against those who may try to deny you maximum compensation for your injuries.
5. Keep records in a journal of how you feel after an accident. It may be difficult to remember in front of a jury or insurance adjuster several months later how painful it was just to walk up the stairs or get dressed. And, keep receipts for household services you needed because of your injuries, like having the lawn mowed, laundry done, or food prepared.
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