What to do after your Portland car accident
If you have been in a serious car accident in the Portland – South Portland – Biddeford Maine metro area, you will want to take the following steps as soon as possible afterwards.
- If you have not yet seen a doctor or medical facility, you should do so immediately if you are in pain or having physical difficulties.
- If working at your job causes difficulties, substantial discomfort or pain, you should ask your doctor about staying out of work temporarily. If your doctor leaves the decision to you, know that you are likely to heal faster if you avoid activities that cause pain or substantial discomfort.
- Obtain pictures of your damaged automobile, and afterwards have the damage appraised.
- Assemble the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of any witnesses to the incident. This is important.
- Do not discuss the case with these witnesses other than to obtain their names, addresses, and telephone numbers.
- Do not to discuss the case in detail with anyone and definitely do not give a statement to anyone from an insurance company.
- If someone from an insurance company contacts you, it is essential that you obtain the name of the adjuster and the telephone number. Tell the adjuster you will be consulting with an attorney and that the attorney or you will be in touch afterwards.
- Assemble any documents relating to your case such as medical bills, doctor’s instructions, prescriptions, and accident reports filed with the Secretary of State.
- If possible, obtain the police report of your accident.
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If you have been in a serious car accident in the Portland metro area and want our advice, give us a brief description of your case using the form to the right, and we will respond promptly.
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