7 Common Mistakes Made After a Car Accident

2. Talking too much

Though no one believes you should withhold information from an officer who arrives to take a police report, there is no reason to volunteer damaging information. You should absolutely cooperate in the police officer’s investigation, but refrain from making statements that might be used later to imply you accepted responsibility for the crash.

It’s common for emotions to run high following a car accident, but try to keep a level head and avoid rushing to the other person’s side and apologizing. Doing so may just be an attempt to be nice, but it can be used later to blame you for the accident. Remember that anything you say can be brought up later and could harm your attempt to receive fair compensation. Avoid discussing the accident at all while at the scene and instead, save your thoughts for your car accident lawyer.

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