Understanding Your Rights After a Car Accident

What Are Your Rights After a Car Accident?

You have the right to seek medical attention, file an insurance claim, and pursue legal action if another party is at fault. You are not obligated to admit fault or provide detailed statements to the other driver’s insurer without legal advice.

What to Do

• Call emergency services and ensure everyone’s safety.

• Document the scene with photos and witness statements.

What not Do

• Admit fault, even casually.

• Provide recorded statements to insurance companies without speaking to a lawyer.

When to Contact an Attorney

You should speak with a lawyer as soon as possible after a car accident, especially if there are injuries or disputes about who was at fault. An attorney can help protect your rights and negotiate with insurers on your behalf.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Settling too quickly without knowing the full extent of damages.

• Ignoring medical treatment or follow-ups.

• Assuming the insurance company is on your side.

• Posting accident details on social media.