Motor Vehicle Accidents
Motor Vehicle Accidents - What You Need to Know
Thousands of motor vehicle accidents happen on the highways of Wisconsin and Minnesota every year. Many times, these accidents are caused by the negligent acts of drivers. Too often, unnecessary injuries and wrongful death occur, simply because someone was driving too fast or failed to pay attention.
If you have been injured or a loved one has been injured or killed in a motor vehicle accident, call Hale, Skemp, Hanson, Skemp & Sleik, at 888-899-5461, or contact our lawyers online.
Been in a Car Accident? Here's What to Do.
No one is prepared to be in a car accident. The moments after an auto accident are chaotic: a million thoughts race through your head. After the initial shock, you may wonder what you should do next. When you are involved in a car accident or other vehicle accident, here's what to do:
- No matter how minor the accident is, stop.
- Call the police.
- Check for injuries. If someone is injured, call 911 immediately.
- If the accident involved another vehicle, exchange contact information, vehicle identification information and insurance information with the other driver and all passengers.
- Document all the details of the accident, gather witness contact information and take pictures of the accident scene if you have a camera.
- Don't admit responsibility or fault for the accident to anyone.
- Notify your insurance company as soon as possible.
After a Car Accident, Do I Need to Call a Lawyer?
When a car accident or auto collision occurs, it a good idea to contact a lawyer to ensure that your rights are protected. Any accident can quickly turn into a complicated legal situation, depending on who is involved and what happened.
If the accident resulted in injuries, it is critical to contact a personal injury lawyer. Settling an accident injury claim with an insurance company is never a good idea - insurance companies will try to get away with paying as little as possible. Working with a lawyer can help you work toward maximum compensation that will help cover all the expenses related to the accident.
Contact Us
Since 1919, Hale, Skemp, Hanson, Skemp & Sleik, has been providing solid legal representation to people of La Crosse and the surrounding areas. We are committed to helping clients injured in all types of motor vehicle accidents.
If you or a loved one has suffered a car accident injury, truck wreck injury or other auto accident injury, contact us. Our toll free number is 888-899-5461.
