After a Motor Vehicle Accident
Van Der Walde & Associates is a well respected auto accident law firm located in San Jose, representing seriously injured clients throughout Northern California. Our personal injury lawyers and car accident attorneys have represented hundreds of personal injury clients and have recovered millions of dollars in compensation on their behalves. If you or a loved one has been injured in an auto accident, please contact a skilled Northern California auto accident attorney at Van Der Walde & Associates for a free consultation.
Each year more than six million people are involved in motor vehicle accidents in the United States. These accidents result in over three million injuries and more than 42,800 fatalities. Many auto accidents are the result of negligent drivers who operate their vehicles at unsafe driving speeds or are inattentive or distracted. These drivers place innocent motorists, motorcyclists, and pedestrians at risk for serious bodily injuries and death. If you have been the victim of an auto accident in California, please contact an experienced auto accident attorney at Van Der Walde & Associates to ensure that you receive quality legal advice and representation.
Listed below are some important things that you should keep in mind if you are involved in an auto accident. (For a complete list, refer to our Auto Accident Checklist.)
- Try to stay calm and do not panic.
- Check yourself for any pain or injuries.
- Call 911 immediately if you are injured.
- Remain in your car if you have suffered serious injuries, to prevent further injuries.
- If you did sustain physical injuries, insist that you go to the hospital and get examined by a physician and have your injuries treated.
- If you have a camera, take pictures of the accident scene, your vehicle, any visible injuries that you sustained, and any other evidence that may be beneficial to your case.
- Collect contact information from individuals who witnessed the accident, including name, phone number, and address.
- Write down information about the other driver involved in the accident, including his or her name, phone number, driver's license number, and auto insurance information.
- Contact a San Jose car crash lawyer from Van Der Walde & Associates to receive a free consultation regarding your auto accident.
- Do not sign any documents or statements without your lawyer present.
- Do not discuss the motor vehicle accident with anyone except your doctor and your California car accident attorney.
If you or a loved one has been the victim of an auto accident in California, please contact an auto accident attorney at Van Der Walde & Associates to discuss your car crash case.
