Following a car accident, drivers are well-known to say and do things that can impact their chances of getting a fair settlement for the injuries sustained. Even minor car accidents can make the most composed driver get unreasonable, anxious, and angry. Major accidents will leave victims confused and dazed. So, if you are involved in a car accident, you should contact the injury attorneys at The Angell Law Firm to know what to do next. 

Even though the accident may have left you injured or confused to think clearly, it is essential to remain calm and follow what your lawyer will tell you to do. Below are things drivers need to avoid immediately after an accident. 

Don’t Discuss Your Claim with the Other Party’s Lawyer or Insurance Firm.

It’s common for victims who have been in a car accident to receive calls from the offender’s insurance firm hours after an accident. Also, the victims will get calls from the attorney. As the victim, it is crucial to keep in mind that the offender’s attorney is doing their job to defend the individual. Moreover, insurance firms are well known to make money and minimize the total amount paid out in compensation. So, if you receive a phone call from the offender’s representatives, you should decline to speak to anyone. The best thing to do is refer the calls from the offender’s attorney or insurance firm to your personal injury lawyer. 

Don’t Share Photos of Your Injuries on Social Media.

In the world, today, sharing text, photos, and videos on social media have become the norm for most people. It is challenging not to find a Facebook feed that doesn’t have political rants, photos of people having fun, baby images, and more. An event such as a car accident will be shared on social media by most people in most situations. For most, it is social media worthy. 

Still, several people will not know that social media can have consequences, especially when the victim is pursuing an injury claim. In most car accident claims, victims will be seeking compensation for their pain and trauma. Some injuries can be so severe that the victims can find it challenging to do their daily activities. If a victim claims to be in pain and can’t go to work, the claims will not be taken seriously if they post images of fun times with friends, traveling, etc. Since social media is public, the opposing lawyer or the insurance firm could use the posts to justify lowering the settlement offer or withdrawing it. 

Don’t Take the Compensation Offered Without Consulting an Injury Lawyer.

Another thing you need to avoid doing is taking the settlement offer immediately after the accident. Insurance firms will want to avoid paying a massive amount before the victim evaluates the situation. In several cases, the settlement offers are low, and the victims go home with just a fraction of what they are supposed to get. Determining the worth of a car accident’s claim is challenging for victims who don’t know the Georgia personal injury law. That’s why it is vital to speak to an experienced injury attorney before you do anything.