If there were no witnesses to your car accident, other evidence surrounding the accident becomes all the more important.
Witnesses may be an important part of your car accident claim. When each side sticks to their version of events, an objective third party may be what makes or breaks a case. But sometimes, no such party exists. What then? Is it still possible to prove liability for the accident?
The answer is that it is possible to win a case even though there were no people around to witness the accident. However, the other evidence surrounding the case becomes all the more important.
How to Prove Liability with No Witnesses
Accidents that take place in remote areas or at night often do not get witnessed by third-parties. However, it doesn’t necessarily mean all is lost when that happens. You will have to build a sufficiently strong case that works in your favor by gathering factual evidence that can support your claims and refute the other side’s statements. Here are a few ways to do it:
1. Bring the Police Report
You should call in the authorities right after the accident, even when it’s just a fender bender. The police will come at the scene and look around, talk to you and the other driver involved, and put everything in a report. This report is often seen as an objective recollection of events, and you can use it in your claim to backup your story.
For instance, if you claim the other driver was speeding, you yourself may have no way of proving that. But the police, upon inspecting the vehicle, likely will, and this information will be added to the report.
2. Use Your Phone
Smartphones these days are capable of taking high-resolution images, so you should use it to capture the accident with it. Take pictures of the cars, your injuries, the scene, skid marks, or any other element at the place where the accident took place. It’s best to do it right away because over time some evidence might disappear.
3. Get Medical Attention Right Away
Do not delay seeking medical attention after the accident. For one thing, you risk making your condition worse due to untreated injuries. Moreover, the initial medical examination is tangible proof of what consequences the impact had on your health.
Keep detailed records of all your doctor visits and medical bills, as these can justify the amount you’re asking for in damages.
4. Take Your Car for an Inspection
If you’re also asking for property damages for your car, then you should take it to a mechanic right away to see exactly what the extent of the damage is. After the inspection, the mechanic can tell you exactly what damages the collision caused to your car.
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Witnesses or not, your case has a better shot of going your way if you work with an experienced St. Louis car accident attorney, so don’t hesitate to speak with one as soon as possible.
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