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Filing a Truck Accident Claim? Avoid These Common Mistakes

October 13, 2021 by Michael Waks

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Truck accidents can have a lasting impact on their victims. While injured parties are often entitled to compensation, the associated actions tend to be more complex than standard car accident claims because of the federal regulations governing truck drivers. Truck accident victims are also inclined to seek significantly more compensation because of the severity of their injuries.

Of course, that just makes motor carriers fight harder to challenge every action that comes their way, so they can protect their bottom line. Since the insurance company will be looking for any reason at all to deny or at least devalue your case, it’s imperative to avoid these common mistakes along the way:

1. Postponing Medical Care After the Truck Accident

Oftentimes, a victim might not believe they’re hurt, especially if they’re able to walk away from the scene. In the days or weeks that follow, however, they can start experiencing symptoms.

Make sure to take care of your health and support your claim by seeing a doctor right away, if you think you’re injured. If you don’t seek medical attention in a timely manner, the insurance company might consider it cause to challenge your credibility.

2. Signing a Medical Authorization

While the insurance adjuster will need access to the documents regarding the injuries sustained during the crash, they do not need all your medical records. You should never sign any paperwork without first having an attorney review it. Should they give you a blanket authorization form, it would allow them to access everything, including records that contain private information not relevant to the case.

3. Failing to Record the Scene

Taking pictures and videos at the crash site could help prove negligence. Accident reconstruction experts can often determine what happened by reviewing footage of the wreckage.

4. Staying Active on Social Media

Insurance adjusters may search your social media accounts during the claims process for damaging photos or statements. Posting a photo or status about something they think you’re too injured to do after the crash could weaken your claim.

5. Giving a Recorded Statement

Do not give the insurance adjuster a recorded statement. It’s not necessary to settle your claim, and you could inadvertently blurt out something that may be used against you later.

Call (562) 206-1939 to Speak with a Truck Accident Lawyer in Long Beach

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Trying to deal with the fallout of a truck accident can be overwhelming, especially if you sustained injuries from the crash. With a notable record of recovering numerous six- and seven-figure awards, the Law Office of Michael D. Waks has the experience to help you seek the compensation you deserve. Call (562) 206-1939 or fill out our Online Contact Form to set up a free case review with a truck accident attorney in Long Beach.

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Given the chaos that ensues, it can be hard to record the scene of a wreck thoroughly. If you’re ever hurt in a car or truck accident, simply refer to our emergency PDF, which will guide you through the proper procedures. Download it HERE for free and keep a copy in your glovebox so you always have it on hand.

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Michael Waks is an aggressive advocate for people who have suffered because of someone else’s actions. Michael decided to become a personal injury lawyer when, while clerking at a legal defense firm during law school, he witnessed and was infuriated by asbestos manufacturers spending millions to avoid taking responsibility for the egregious injuries they caused. Immediately after passing the bar, Michael opened his own firm in Long Beach, CA to help the victims of personal injury accidents get every benefit owed them under the law.
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