Looking for a car accident lawyer? Whether commuting or traveling through, hitting a pot hole, or while at an intersection, it’s likely you’ve seen or experienced a car accident. Phoenix’s own Simon Law can provide a car accident lawyer who helps those who have been hurt in vehicle accidents through no fault of their own in the Phoenix area. Have you been hurt and need help now? Frustrated that the insurance company isn’t offering a fair amount to cover your medical expenses? Call today for a free consultation with an experienced car accident lawyer. If you have been injured in a car accident, here are the first steps to take: Stay Safe If possible, turn on your hazard lights and/or move your vehicle out of traffic and further harm’s way. Never leave your vehicle until you are sure it is safe. If appropriate, set out flares or reflective cones to alert other drivers of a hazard. Notice Notice how you are feeling and if you have any injuries. Check others in your car, as well as others involved in the accident for their injuries. Call 911 in the case of injuries or non-emergency police if there are none. Collect Information Have a police report completed, or at the very least get the driver’s contact information, insurance information, the location of the accident and the make, model and license plate number of the vehicles involved. If possible, take pictures of any damage (or lack of damage). Calls Make calls to your insurance agent, tow truck company, family members and anyone else important to call to offer you support.   After the Accident: Contact a Car Accident Lawyer After an accident involving injuries, contact a car accident lawyer. The lawyer can help you understand your rights and what to expect from the insurance company. After a free consultation, your attorney can tell you what your next steps are in order to get your medical bills paid, vehicle repaired or replaced, and any other compensation you may be able to receive due to the accident’s impact.   Before an Accident: Be Prepared Have important documents such as proof of insurance, your ID, your medical card, vehicle registration and any important health information in a safe and convenient place such as your glove box and/or wallet/ purse. Keep a phone charger in your car at all times, keeping your phone plugged in and in a distraction free mode whenever you are driving. Keep a safety kit in your truck in case of an emergency that leaves you stranded. Your safety kit should include:

• A flashlight (with batteries)
• A multi-purpose tool
• A First Aid kit
• Jumper Cables
• Bottled water

In the Phoenix area, you should also carry sunscreen, a blanket, and a sun visor. We’ve also found it handy to carry hand sanitizing wipes and non-perishable snacks such as granola. Your vehicle should already come equipped with a tire jack and spare, but if not, carry those as well as road flares or safety cones and a gas can. Roadside assistance will help you with key lock outs, running out of gas, and flat tires, but if you need to wait for them, especially during accident alerts, having the above items on hand will be very helpful. Consider putting the phone numbers for roadside assistance, your insurance agent, and a car accident lawyer in phone in case of emergency. Use the word “ICE” (In Case of Emergency) in front of these contacts, or put them on your favorites list.   Simon Law would like to earn your trust as a local car accident lawyer here to support you in getting the money you need to take care of yourself (and/or loved ones) after a vehicle accident. Call today for your free consultation, and remember, Experience Matters!]]>