https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIwp9SgqbK4 How an Accident Injury Attorney Helps Victims File a Claim An accident lawyer can help victims to file a claim for damages they're entitled to. This includes the reimbursement for medical expenses, lost wage, and emotional pain. They are able to show that the other party is responsible based on negligence. They also know how to communicate effectively with insurance companies. Gathering Evidence There are many types of evidence that can be used to support your claim for injury. Physical and testimonial evidence are two of the most crucial. Physical evidence may include photographs broken or torn items, and other items that were present at the time of the accident. Testimonial evidence can include statements from eyewitnesses or experts. These statements can provide an important insight into the incident and who was responsible. Getting the right kind of evidence is essential to the success of a claim. Our attorneys have experience in gathering the right kind of evidence to prove your case. We will ensure that all necessary evidence is collected, stored and documented prior to filing an action against the at-fault party. We will examine police records and other reports to establish an adequate foundation for your case. This will allow us to prove that the party at fault was negligent or reckless, and that this negligence resulted in your injuries. Another important piece of evidence is medical records. These are vital to your case since they document the nature and extent of your injuries. We will seek medical records from any doctor you visit following the accident, including emergency room physicians, walk-in clinic doctors and your family physician, therapists and other health care professionals. X-rays, MRIs and other tests could also be required to prove your claim of severe injuries. Damages evidence is essential in your case, since it demonstrates the financial impact of your injury. We will obtain bills, receipts, a