Witnesses to car accidents play an important role when they see a serious collision, not only in helping to determine fault, but in saving lives.
Here are 4 ways they can help when they witness a devastating accident.
- Call 911: Even if you can’t stop to help, call 911. Be prepared to give the exact location of the accident.
- Help the victims: Unless the car is on fire do not move injured victims. If they can walk, guide them to a safe place.
- Gather evidence: It is imperative to preserve as much evidence as possible. Take photos and videos of the accident scene on behalf of the victims.
- Offer a statement to police: Statements based on what you saw can be extremely helpful when trying to prove negligence in a car accident case.
Third-party witnesses are valuable because they have no personal connection to the people involved in the accident and no financial interest in the case.
Anyone who saw a car accident can potentially be a witness in an insurance claim or lawsuit. An experienced San Fernando Valley car accident attorney can help you interview witnesses of the car crash and request their court appearance.
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