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Things Your Personal Injury Lawyer Needs to Help Your Case

When an unexpected injury happens, it can be difficult to keep a clear head. That’s why you need to give some thought today to what you need to do in case of the unexpected. This is especially important if your injury requires you to consult a personal injury lawyer in Lafayette. Your attorney is going to need information from you to pursue your case successfully; the more information, the better. You should be prepared to provide your attorney the important information he needs about your case, including the following.

Documentation

Your accident attorney in Lafayette will need any incident reports prepared at the time of your accident. This means you must report your accident. Call the police, call a store manager, call whoever you need to call to report your accident and then make certain they prepare an official report of the incident.

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Photograph the scene of the accident, any resulting damages, and your injuries. Photographic evidence is extremely valuable in injury cases.

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Your attorney needs your medical records. This includes information about injuries sustained in the accident, but should also include records of prior injuries. The more your team knows about you, the more prepared they can be to fight for your case.

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You need to give names, addresses, contact info, and other information for any of the following related to your accident:

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Accidents and injuries are painful and stressful. Your personal injury lawyer wants to make certain you get the best care and receive what is fair to you. Make certain to hire an attorney you trust to represent you. Don’t be afraid to interview more than one lawyer in your search for the right one for you. You should feel respected and listened to and you should have confidence in their ability to handle your case. And remember, don’t ever sign anything related to your injury without the express consent of your attorney.

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