What Documents and Information Do You Need After a Car Crash?
A call to an experienced Houston auto accident lawyer should be one of the first things you do after being in a car accident that has caused serious injuries or a fatality.
In Houston, car accidents are an unfortunate result of the heavy traffic in our fast-paced metropolitan area, as well as in other high-traffic areas throughout Texas and the United States. Across Texas, motor vehicle accidents are a constant reality and a leading cause of serious personal injuries and even death.
If you find yourself the unfortunate victim of one of these serious auto accidents, The Callahan Law Firm has a Houston car accident lawyer that can help you get through this difficult time. Our auto accident attorneys have the experience, skills, and knowledge required to successfully handle your auto accident case.
Car Accident Checklist
- Other Drivers Contact Information
- Their phone number and a photo of their driver’s license is ideal
- Other Drivers Insurance Information
- Photo of their Proof of Insurance Card is best
- Don’t depend on the police officer to write this down
- Photo of their Proof of Insurance Card is best
- All witness contact info
- Don’t presume the officer will write down a witnesses’ name and contact information, it is best if you have that information yourself
- Pictures of the scene of the accident
- Including photographs of any debris from the vehicles, skid marks, and damage to property
- Pictures of damages to all vehicles involved
- Try to get photographs of the other driver’s license tag in at least some of the photographs
- Pictures of all visible injuries
- Copy of Information Exchange Sheet
- Oftentimes, but not always, the law enforcement officer at the scene may provide you with a short form with basic information including a case number, names and contact information of the parties involved and witness information. The information on this form can help your attorney get the official police report later on
- Copy of your medical records
- Any emergency room records, or discharge notes you get from the emergency room
Michael S Callahan is an attorney and founder of The Callahan Law Firm. He focuses his practice on representing individuals and families in personal injury cases involving motor vehicle and truck accidents, workplace accidents and defective products. With over 25 years of experience, he is dedicated to fighting on behalf of people whose lives have been forever altered by the negligence and carelessness of corporations and individuals. Originally trained as a mechanical engineer, Michael has been practicing law and fighting for justice for those who need it most since 1994. He is board-certified in Personal Injury Trial Law by the Texas Board of Legal Specialization and a member of various esteemed legal associations. Outside of work, Michael enjoys spending quality time with his family, outdoor activities, and continually striving to improve as a trial lawyer and human being.
