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If you are hit by a car while walking, it is important to call the police—if you are medically able to do so. In the moment, you may feel stunned and confused, making it hard to remember to collect evidence such as photos and videos that could be essential to winning a civil lawsuit against the driver.
Police investigations in Philadelphia pedestrian accident cases can help—even when you are injured as a result of a hit-and-run crash. A dedicated pedestrian accident lawyer from Lowenthal & Abrams, PC can compile evidence from an official investigation to prove the case for driver negligence.
How Police Investigations Can Help With a Pedestrian Accident Case
Often, when a pedestrian calls the police from the scene of an accident, the police will attend the scene to get a description of the vehicle from the pedestrian or any witnesses. If the driver has already left the scene, the police can comb the area to find the vehicle and determine its owner.
This step is very helpful for the legal investigation. Your attorney will know which insurance company to contact, and they can find out whether the vehicle’s owner or another party was driving the vehicle at the time of the Philadelphia pedestrian accident.
Assistance With Evidence Collection
The personal injury lawyers at Lowenthal & Abrams, PC are experienced at gathering the information that is necessary for building the legal case. Their work can include:
- Obtaining the police report
- Obtaining any insurance information
- Obtaining medical records
- Finding witnesses and getting any statements that may be helpful
If you or your loved one has been injured as a result of a Philadelphia pedestrian accident, a law firm with experience in personal injury claims can help investigate the case.
What Happens When a Pedestrian Is Severely Injured at the Scene?
If a pedestrian is severely injured at the scene, they are typically taken by ambulance to a hospital for further treatment. As soon as they are well enough, the injured pedestrian in Philadelphia must contact an attorney so they can start an investigation and obtain any necessary documentation. Usually, the attorney would begin by requesting the police report, the ambulance report, and the emergency room records and build a case from there.
Disclosing Information to Insurance Companies
It is not advisable for someone who has been injured in an accident in Philadelphia—either the pedestrian or the driver—to disclose any information to the other party’s insurance company during the investigation.
Rather than trying to deal with the insurance company by yourself, it is much better to contact an attorney to speak with the insurer on your behalf
Assistance With Insurance Companies
During the investigation into your pedestrian accident in Philadelphia, your attorney can advise you on whether it is better to speak with the insurance company—with your attorney present—or to refrain from speaking with them at all.
In many situations, an insurance company just requires certain information, which the attorney can provide without the client having to speak to them directly. The insurance company can contact the attorney’s office for any necessary facts and to exchange information. This tends to work better for you and the exchange of information.
Contact Our Philadelphia Attorneys for Help Investigating a Pedestrian Accident
If you or a loved one has been injured in a pedestrian collision, a thorough investigation is crucial to building a strong case. Investigations in Philadelphia pedestrian accident cases can help determine liability, gather key evidence, and protect your rights.
Contact our dedicated team of attorneys at Lowenthal & Abrams, PC today to get the legal support you deserve.
