In a run-of-the-mill life, no one wants to wait a bit, due to which many accidents happen. Sometimes people jump the red light or choose the wrong way to reach their destination. Because of this many people become victims of accidents. An accident can happen on the road at any time, which is hardly in anyone’s hands to stop. But even more difficult can be to prove yourself innocent. If the other person does not accept his mistake, then you may have to fight a long battle to apply for the serious injury claims.
If you are involved in a car accident, there are certain things you can do to prove yourself and your interests. To prove fault after a car accident, you should follow the given procedure:
File a police report: The investigation is very important before convicting anyone, so get an FIR registered. Since any insurance company doesn’t want to be responsible for the cost of an accident, a police report will be reviewed in depth by each party as a neutral resource. The police should also ask anyone witnessing the accident to give a statement for the report, as the neutral side’s view may be to your advantage.
Inspect driving conditions at the time of the incident: Usually, to prevent an accident, there are signs of the speed limit, stop sign, school zone, “no turn” etc. So be sure to follow them. If the car was turning at the time of the accident, but their turn signal was not on at the time of the incident, it proves that the signal was not flashing at the time of impact may be sufficient to establish a fault in a case.
Collect evidence: Be sure to take photographs of each vehicle involved in the accident and if possible remember where they were located at the time of the accident. If an outside witness witnessed the accident, take their statement and contact information as you may need them later. Their version of events can help determine which party was really at fault.
Don’t admit fault at the scene: When you are exchanging insurance information or filing accident reports with the local police department, be sure to provide the facts you remember. If you feel that you have any contribution to the incident, then do not give any kind of testimony because there is no evidence that proves you are a culprit. If you accept your mistake then you will be responsible for the accident. So avoid accepting the mistake on the spot.
Get legal advice: If you are unsure about how to prove your innocence, then you should consult an experienced car accident lawyer. Evaluate the evidence that is collected by you and find out whether this evidence is sufficient for a personal injury claim.
If you or a loved one have been involved in a road traffic accident, and you want to prove that you are innocent, contact us to schedule a FREE consultation at 214-321-4105.
