Are you searching for a car accident attorney in Mission Viejo Irvine or Orange County? Have you been injured in a motor vehicle accident? What are the biggest mistakes you can make after suffering injuries in a car accident?
My name is Rivers Morrell, and I work to protect the interests of those who are injured in accidents as well as their families here in Southern California. What should you be concerned about after the accident, and what are some of the most common mistakes I see as an experienced car accident attorney in Mission Viejo?
Assuming you are uninjured – Once the vehicles come to a stop it is normal to check yourself to see if you are injured. It is also natural to hope for the best and even assume you have not been injured in the accident. Unfortunately, the powerful forces your body is forced to endure in the course of a motor vehicle accident can result in hidden and yet quite serious injuries which might take weeks or even months to present symptoms. Don’t assume you are uninjured just because there are no obvious signs or physical trauma to your body.
Failing to seek a thorough medical examination within 24 to 48 hours of the accident – You should accept transport to the ER, or visit an urgent care or your own primary physician for a comprehensive exam within 24 to 48 hours of any car accident. It is better to be safe than sorry. It is also important to know if you fail to see a doctor within 48 hours of the accident you significantly and negatively impact your ability to seek compensation for anything which arises down the road.
Talking to any insurance representative before seeking legal advice – insurance adjusters will attempt to contact you immediately after an accident asking you what seem to be innocent questions about how you feel or asking you to describe what happened “in your own words.” This is not in your best interests and the insurance adjuster will use your casual words of “I’m ok,” or “it wasn’t that bad of an accident” against you down the road. It is never in your best interest to speak with any insurance representative, even your own, before consulting with our experienced car accident attorney in Mission Viejo.
If you have been involved in a car accident caused by another driver, even as a passenger, it is important for you to seek a thorough medical examination and contact the Law Firm of Rivers Morrell or call 949-305-1400 for a free consultation prior to speaking with anyone regarding the accident.
