If you were injured in an auto accident that was caused by a negligent driver, you may be faced with a long and painful recovery. If you’re not able to work due to your injuries, you may also be struggling to make ends meet. At Loncar Lyon Jenkins, our car accident lawyers can help you fight for the fair compensation you deserve. We understand how important it is for you to recover every penny of compensation you’re owed and can help guide you through the claims process, gathering vital evidence that will prove the severity of your injuries and your demand for compensation.
The Importance of Keeping a Diary After a Car Accident
After a car crash, if you sustained serious injuries that require medical treatment and prevent you from returning to work, it’s important to continue to document your injuries and your recovery, to prove the severity of your injuries and your demand for compensation. At Loncar Lyon Jenkins, our car accident lawyers can work with you to discuss the importance of keeping a diary after a motor vehicle collision and how it can help support your claim.
In an Accident Diary, You Should Document the Following:
Documenting the Accident Scene
Write down all the details you can recall regarding the accident, including what happened during the aftermath of the accident, noting anything the driver did and said and anything you believe could have caused or contributed to the accident, such as traffic congestion, lack of signage, poor weather conditions, or debris on the road. Also, note the damage done to each vehicle, the position of both vehicles, any skid marks on the road, and other details that can help your attorney build a strong case.
Describing Injuries and Medical Treatment
Document the injuries you sustained in the accident and the medical treatment you received immediately following the accident, such as hospitalization, surgeries, medication, follow-up treatment, and the results of any medical exams. You should also keep any paperwork you receive at each doctor’s appointment.
Tracking Physical and Emotional Recovery
Document in your diary several times a day regarding any challenges and complications you’re experiencing during the recovery process, including your level of pain (using a scale of 1-10), the help you need to carry out daily activities, and any anxiety or depression you experience. It’s important to be very detailed regarding how your recovery is going and how your injuries have affected your ability to enjoy life, relax, work, and take care of yourself.
Including Witness Statements in Your Diary
Obtain statements from your friends and family regarding how the injuries you suffered have affected you, how your injuries have limited you or prevented you from carrying out daily activities, caring for yourself, or participating in the activities you once enjoyed.
Using Your Diary to Strengthen Your Case
A car accident lawyer at Loncar Lyon Jenkins can discuss the importance of keeping a diary after an auto accident, what to document and how often, and how this documentation can be used to strengthen your claim.
Your attorney can use the information in your diary to prove your demand for pain and suffering damages, loss of enjoyment of life, loss of quality of life, and other damages.
Contact Us Today
If you were injured in an auto accident that was caused by a negligent driver, you must take legal action. Contact Loncar Lyon Jenkins today to schedule a free legal consultation with an experienced car accident lawyer on our legal team to learn how we can help you fight for the fair compensation you deserve.
