If you were involved in an accident in which you hit a snowbank, you may have suffered damages and injuries. When you go to file your claim, you may realize that you are lacking an important piece of evidence – a police report. While you should always call the police and get an accident report if possible, that isn’t always a reality.
If you have hit a snowbank, there likely is inclement weather – and you could be in a rural area. Often, law enforcement indicates that if there aren’t any life-threatening injuries then to just exchange information and go on your way without notifying authorities in those situations. You may have been too shaken up or nervous to call the police, or you may have not even thought at all about calling the police.
Don’t panic if you realize later that you don’t have a police report. You can still have a successful personal injury claim, and you can still recover compensation for your damages just so long as you provide the necessary supporting evidence and documentation.
Evidence Used In Place Of An Accident Report
If you have hit a snowbank, you should try to document the accident. Get photos of the accident scene and of the damages. Exchange names, contact information, and insurance details with any other drivers that were involved. If there are witnesses, be sure to get their names and their contact information. Ask witnesses to provide written statements detailing what they saw.
Keep any tow bills and rental car receipts. Also, get a written estimate for repairing your damage and fixing your car back to normal. If you were injured, establish medical care right away. You should keep copies of medical bills and medical records. Maintain documentation of all your expenses, and jot down details about the incident while it is fresh in your memory.
You will need all the supporting evidence and documentation you can gather for your damages. With evidence showing the damages you suffered, and proof of how the snowbank crash happened, you are much more likely to have a successful claim.
How A Personal Injury Lawyer Can Help Your Claim
If you have hit a snowbank and suffered damages and losses, you may want to pursue a personal injury claim. Even if you don’t have a police report, you can likely still pursue a successful claim.
Enlist the help of a personal injury lawyer who handles such claims in your area. You will not have to pay anything upfront. Personal injury lawyers will most likely take your claim on a contingency basis. A contingency basis means that your lawyer will not be expect to be paid until your claim is won and you are able to recover compensation through a judgment or a settlement.
Lawyers have strong negotiation skills. So, your attorney will work to reach a settlement on your behalf. Attorneys also have experience in proving cases and gathering supporting evidence and documentation. There is a strict statute of limitations for pursuing a claim, so complete the Free Case Evaluation Form today.
