Taking Pictures After a Car Accident
Written by Irpino, Avin & Hawkins Law Firm on December 3, 2018
The trauma and shock that set in after a car accident can make it difficult even to function, let alone take the initiative to do anything related to what just happened. But most accidents result in complicated dealings with insurance companies and sometimes even the legal system — which means you have to look out for your own interests, no matter how difficult that may seem in the aftermath of a crash.
One thing you can do that will pay dividends down the road is to take pictures after the accident. This is often neglected in the high emotion of the moment, but taking pictures can affect your insurance claim. Follow this step-by-step guide to get it done efficiently.
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Written by Irpino, Avin & Hawkins Law Firm on October 23, 2018
New Orleans Car Accident Lawyer
You’re on your way home from work in New Orleans. Traffic is heavy but not too bad. You estimate you’ll be home in about half an hour. You’re are paused at a stoplight, waiting for it to change, when suddenly the car behind you slams into you.
The other driver wasn’t paying attention. Perhaps they were approaching the stoplight too quickly and didn’t leave themselves enough time to stop. Perhaps they were texting someone while they were driving. Perhaps they were fiddling with the radio. It doesn’t matter. You have been involved in a car accident in New Orleans, Louisiana. What should you do?
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