Do’s And Dont’s: Personal Injury In Ohio

by David on December 7, 2007

Here’s a quick list of “Do’s and Dont’s” if you have been injured in an auto accident in the state of Ohio. Remember: Laws vary from state to state. Don’t agree to anything until you have had a chance to consult with an Ohio Auto Accident Lawyer .

The Do’s

  • Do Seek Medical Attention Before Doing Anything Else.
  • Do Summon The Police, In Appropriate Cases.
  • Do Cooperate With All Law Enforcement And Emergency Personnel Who Respond To The Scene.
  • Do Get The License Plate Numbers Of All Other Vehicles Involved In Car Accidents And The Drivers’ Names, Addresses, Telephone Numbers, And Insurance Information.
  • Do Get The Name And Address Of The Animal’s Owner And Any License Information If You Were Injured By An Animal Bite Or Attack.
  • Do Write Down The Names, Addresses, And Phone Numbers Of All Potential Witnesses To An Accident.
  • Do Contact Your Health, Homeowner’s, And/Or Automobile Insurance Companies, As Appropriate.
  • Do Take Photographs Of All Of The Following, As Applicable, As Soon As Possible After The Accident including:

The Scene Of The Accident, From All Angles.
The Surrounding Area.
The Product Or Animal That Caused Your Injuries.
Your Injuries.
Any Property Damage.

  • Do Contact Your Attorney.

The Don’ts

  • Don’t Move Your Vehicle After An Automobile Accident Unless Necessary For Safety Or Required By Law.
  • Don’t Subject Yourself To Further Injury By Standing Or Waiting In An Area Of Traffic Or Other Safety Hazards.
  • Don’t Leave The Scene Of An Accident Until The Police Tell You It Is Okay To Do So.
  • Don’t Throw Away Any Potential Evidence In The Case, Such As Defective Products, Or Torn Or Blood-Stained Clothing.
  • Don’t Remain In A Burning Building While Calling For Help. Leave The Area Of Danger First, And Then Immediately Call From A Safe Place.
  • Don’t Engage In Discussions As To Fault With Anyone, And Make Sure You Don’t Apologize For Anything-It Can Be Considered Evidence That You Were Legally At Fault.
  • Don’t Agree To Settlement Terms Without Contacting Your Attorney.