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Do's and Don'ts in case of an Automobile Accident
in Rhode Island
- Do not Say Anything that can be Used Against You
Do not say that the accident was your fault. Even if you feel that it was, you may be
wrong and should leave that determination to your attorneys. Anything you say may be used
against you. There will be a proper time to admit liability if you were at fault.
- Do not Move the Vehicles
Do not move the vehicles until the Police view the scene, unless it is unsafe to do so.
Take pictures of the scene as soon as possible, even if the vehicles have been moved. Pay
particular attention to skidmarks and other evidence of the accident.
- Talk to No One
Do not talk to anyone about your accident, even your own insurance company or anyone else
investigating the accident without first consulting your lawyer.
- Your Doctor
Visit your Doctors whenever necessary and tell them about all your complaints. Always tell
your attorney when you plan to see a new doctor, and give him the doctor's name and
address.
- Records
Please keep accurate and detailed records of the following:
- Lost time and wages;
- Hospital, doctor, drug and other medical bills;
- Other losses directly resulting from your injury;
- Your complaints and progress in diary form, if possible;
- Keep Receipts;
- Repairs
Do not have anything repaired that has been damaged as a result of the accident until it
has been examined.
- Offenses, Fines or Disciplinary Action
Do not appear or give statements before any court or administrative agency without first
notifying your attorney so that you may be properly represented.
- Witnesses
Provide your attorney with the correct names, addresses, and telephone numbers of any and
all witnesses of which you may learn. If you know that someone may be leaving the area
soon please inform your attorney.
- Evidence
Give your attorney any negatives or prints of any photographs pertaining to the case which
you may have. If you are hospitalized inform your attorney. If your injury requires a
cast, brace, etc, please save it. Tell your attorney about any physical evidence that is
not in your possession.
- Hospital and Doctor Bills
Have your medical insurance pay as many of your bills as possible; also, inform your
attorney of any type of insurance that you, your spouse, or a family member you are living
with may have.
- Questions
If you have any questions in regard to these instructions or any other matters in regard
to your case, call or write your attorney. Please be patient and remember that most of
what needs to be done will be done without your presence being necessary. If you wish to
see your attorney, please call first.
- Contact Us
Contact us if you need any assistance with an Auto Accident case. If you live in another
state, we will be happy to refer you to a competent, highly skilled attorney that
practices near you. You may use our Client Intake Form if you
wish.
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