{"id":531,"date":"2015-09-22T15:13:50","date_gmt":"2015-09-22T15:13:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.chblawfirm.com\/blog\/?p=531"},"modified":"2017-03-09T21:59:49","modified_gmt":"2017-03-09T21:59:49","slug":"top-3-mistakes-to-avoid-when-filing-a-personal-injury-claim","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.chblawfirm.com\/blog\/top-3-mistakes-to-avoid-when-filing-a-personal-injury-claim\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 3 Mistakes to Avoid When Filing a Personal Injury Claim"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Personal Injury Lawyers 317-881-2700<\/p><\/div>If you have been involved in an accident in which you sustained injury, it is vital that all proper and necessary steps are taken to file a personal injury claim against the guilty party. Unfortunately, doing this on your own can leave room for mistakes. If a mistake is made during the filing process, you can potentially be denies compensation for your injuries. Continue reading to learn how to avoid the top 3 mistakes made in a personal injury claim. <\/p>\n

❶ Failure to Document the Accident Scene<\/h1>\n

It is understandable that many victims of personal injury fail to document the scene of the accident. A combination of shock, emotional trauma, and pain can interfere with a person\u2019s intent to document the accident sight. Unless a victim is unconscious, it is highly recommended to take photos and video to record the happenings, locations, and other various circumstances surrounding the accident. In the case that a person is injured to the point of unconsciousness, a legal representative can help track down ambulance and police records following an accident. Having these records and documentations is a great advantage for someone pursuing legal compensation for their injuries, medical bills, and time off work. It is a full-proof method of verifying the occurrences and events of the accident, and stands solid in a court of law.<\/p>\n

❷ Failure to Seek Medical Attention<\/h1>\n

Another common mistake people make following a personal injury is failing to seek medical attention altogether. By not seeking medical help, it ascertains that a person is not as seriously injured as they claim. This shows the court that the injuries sustained are not severe enough to receive compensation for the accident. <\/p>\n

❸ Giving Statements Without Legal Representation<\/h1>\n

If a person is involved in an accident that caused them to sustain personal injuries, it is important for them to never give any official statements concerning the accident unless they have a lawyer present. Legal representation during a personal injury law suit is vital when it comes to apply for compensation. It is easy for a person to say something that can contradict or annul a personal injury claim in court. Speaking to a personal injury attorney before making official statements about the accident is the most important step to pursuing compensation for damages and injuries following an accident.<\/p>\n

Craven, Hoover, and Blazek P.C.<\/h2>\n

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Personal Injury Lawyers 317-881-2700<\/p><\/div>Call Craven, Hoover, and Blazek P.C. at 317-881-2700<\/strong> to file a personal injury claim in Indianapolis, Indiana. Attorney, Daniel Craven<\/a>, has several years of trial and litigation experience and will work hard to recover the full and fair amount of compensation you deserve after sustaining a wrongful injury. We offer free initial consultations and never collect lawyer fees unless we win your case. Call 317-881-2700 to schedule your initial consultation with a trusted personal injury attorney in Indianapolis, IN<\/strong>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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