You may not think that you need the services of a Snohomish County auto accident lawyer after a fender bender, but you never know when complications can arise from a seemingly minor car accident. Fortunately, the attorneys from our firm are always ready to help drivers and passengers who get hurt in accidents, even small ones.

What Should I Do After a Minor Car Accident?

Even if your accident seems like a small one, you need to take steps to protect yourself and gather evidence for a potential claim right away. This is why we recommend that drivers:

  • Take photos of the accident scene and the damaged vehicles
  • Exchange information with other drivers
  • Talk to witnesses, if there are any, and get their contact information
  • Call the police so that they can make a report
  • Look around for any security cameras that may have caught your minor car accident on tape

Some people think that calling the cops out for a small accident is overkill, but it’s a good idea if you would rather be safe than sorry. After the cops leave and everyone involved in the accident goes their separate ways, your next priority should be visiting a doctor as soon as you can. We’ll talk more about that in a second.

Do I Need a Lawyer’s Help to File an Insurance Claim?

If you do decide to submit an insurance claim, it could go off without a hitch and you could receive the money you need right away. However, sometimes insurers are just not in the mood to give up any money. When this happens, they can be quite hard to negotiate with and only willing to part with small sums that are not nearly enough to pay your bills.

A lawyer from our firm can negotiate with an insurer on your behalf. We can try to get you the compensation you deserve and, if that fails, we’re more than willing to help you sue for damages.

Could I Be Seriously Injured in a Minor Car Accident?

You may think that it’s silly to sue for damages after a minor car accident, but this is a real possibility! People get hurt in slow-speed crashes and fender benders all the time. That’s why we recommend that people go to the doctor as soon as possible after they have been in a crash.

A common injury in minor crashes is whiplash, a neck injury caused by your head moving forward and then backward like a whip would. This can be tough to live with and it’s far from the only injury an accident can cause, so get checked out and don’t leave any potential compensation on the table!

Consult With Our Team Today

If you have injuries or need help with the insurance companies, schedule a consultation with our team. The experienced attorneys here at Amy C Brown Law, PLLC are ready to guide you through this process so that you can claim the compensation you deserve.