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There are things you can do to help your attorney get the best result in your personal injury case. Firstly, do not talk about your case at all. Get appropriate medical treatment and obtain photos of your injury. Always keep your attorney informed. Save items like correspondence with your attorney, medical bills, records of lost wages, and a list of all witnesses. Give your attorney copies of your medical bills and keep him or her apprised about witnesses. Lastly, make sure you are always available to your attorney if they need to contact you.
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Things You Can Do to Help Your Personal Injury Attorney Get the Best Result in Your
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James Publishing
1Don’t talk about your case
Do not talk to anyone about your case except your legal team and immediate family members. Do not, under any circumstances, discuss your case with potential witnesses, insurance claim representatives, or even your friends. What you say may be misconstrued or even used against be misconstrued or even used against you.
2Get appropriate medical treatment
Keep all your medical appointments and describe your condition and complaints thoroughly but honestly to medical personnel.
Obtain photos of your injuries3Have photos taken of your injuries on a biweekly basis.
Keep your attorney informed about your treatment and recovery4
Give your attorney the names of all doctors, physical therapists, and other medical personnel that you see. Let your attorney know if: • Your condition worsens or improves noticeably.• You are diagnosed with complications of your initial injury or additional injuries that could be attributed to your accident.• Your doctor tells you that you have reached maximum medical improvement.
Save these 6 important items5
Keep the following items in a file in a safe place:• All correspondence and documents from your attorney.• A list and/or copies of all medical bills, prescription bills, and any other expenses related to your injury.•• A record of lost wages or lost income.• A list of all witnesses.• All pill bottles and medication containers.• Copies of negatives of all photos connected with your injury.
Give your attorney copies of all your medical bills
Send your attorney a copy of every medical bill you incur, even if it is paid by your health insurance carrier, workers' compensation carrier, or some other party.
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Keep your attorney informed about witnesses7
Notify your attorney of any additional witnesses, change of address of witnesses, or any other important information regarding witnesses who either saw you get injured or can testify about how your injury has affected your life.
Make sure your attorney can always reach you
Advise your attorney of any change in your address, telephone number, marital status, or employment.
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