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BASIC PRINCIPLES OF PROTECTION
If you've been involved in an accident, there are things you need to think about if it's possible that the situation could lead to an injury claim being made.

1. Take Care of Yourself
Make sure you are at a safe location. If you were injured, get immediate medial attention.

2. Identify the Negligent Party
Write everything down. Exchange personal information with the person that caused the accident. If you were injured at a place of business, make sure to write down the name(s) of the person taking the incident report (manager, owner, etc.).





3. Identify Witnesses
Get names, phone number and addresses of anyone who saw what occurred.

4. Follow Your Health Care Providers' Advice
Be diligent in keeping your appointments with your health care providers and follow their medical advice.

5. Take Photographs
Either you or someone else should attempt to take pictures of every angle and distance where the accident occurred, your injuries and of the vehicles, if it is an automobile accident.

6. Report the Accident
Advise all the proper agencies of the occurrence. This may include filing a police report and the company/person who owns or controls the place where the injury took place.

7. When should you call Blake Law Firm
a. When you are injured.

b. when more than one person caused the accident.

c. When you are partially at fault.

d. When you claim involves death of a family member.

e. When you have questions regarding property damage.

f. When your insurance company does not respond to you.

g. When you are not comfortable dealing with the insurance company.

h. When the negligent party has no car insurance.

i. When you have a legal question you cannot get answered

If you or your loved one has been injured in an accident, call Blake Law Firm today at 602-274-7000 or visit our website at Blakefirm.com to schedule your free consultation.