When you are involved in an accident, whether you’re struck by a vehicle while crossing the street or slip and fall in a supermarket, it’s critical to understand what you can expect from these matters. Generally, you’ll find that recovering compensation is not as easy as you may believe it to be, which can leave you in an uncertain financial situation. As such, doing what you can to improve your chances of recovering compensation by collecting evidence in the aftermath of your incident is critical. This blog explores what you should know about these matters and how a Broward County personal injury attorney can assist you through these complicated matters.
What Is the Standard of Proof I Must Meet After an Accident?
When you are involved in an accident in which the other party was negligent, you’ll generally file a claim with their insurance company. However, you may find that the company disputes your claim, as the negligent party may deny liability. As such, you’ll have to prove that they were responsible.
Generally, there are standards that must be met in criminal and civil cases. In personal injury cases, the burden of proof is much lower. Essentially, you’ll need to prove that your events were more likely, even if only 51% more likely. This is known as the preponderance of evidence standard. As such, you’ll want to gather proof to help show that the other party was negligent and that their negligence caused damages to you.
What Evidence Can Help Support My Case?
When you need help proving the other party’s negligence, evidence can help. Generally, one of the most important things you’ll want to do is see a doctor as soon as possible following the incident. Unfortunately, delaying medical care can have a negative impact on the outcome of your case, so documenting the injuries you’ve sustained as early as possible is critical. This not only can help show the injuries you sustained were consistent with the accident, but it also helps document the expenses related to the injuries.
At the scene, you should take as many photos and videos as possible. This can help capture the damage to the vehicles, which can help show how the accident occurred. In addition, you’ll want to speak with witnesses who may have seen the accident happen and collect their contact information, as they may be willing to testify on your behalf.
In addition to medical records, you’ll want to see if there is camera footage of the incident. This could be could be security cameras inside a supermarket, red light cameras at intersections, or doorbell cameras from local homes.
Unfortunately, when you’ve sustained an injury due to another person’s negligence, it is an extremely complex matter. As such, working with an experienced attorney who can help guide you through these difficult times is recommended. When you’re hurt and trying to handle a legal matter, mistakes can happen that jeopardize your case. As such, letting the team at the Finizio Law Group help you during these times is critical. Connect with us today to trust that your case is in competent hands.
