If you were recently hurt in a car accident, you’re probably worried about the financial impact of your injuries. Thankfully, you may be able to secure compensation for the associated losses by filing a claim. To ensure your case gets off to a strong start, it’s important to prepare for your first meeting with a personal injury attorney. Here’s a closer look at the steps to take beforehand.

3 Steps to Get Ready for Your Personal Injury Consultation 

1. Compile Evidence

Your legal team will investigate the circumstances surrounding the accident to gather evidence of fault. You can facilitate their efforts by giving them any evidence you’ve already obtained. Examples include photographs of the scene, the official police report, and the names and phone numbers of any eyewitnesses. 

2. Start a Personal Injury Journal 

Georgia allows for the recovery of non-monetary damages like pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life. Since such damages aren’t accompanied by receipts, bills, or invoices, it’s wise to start a journal in which you track your recovery.

Entries detailing the ways in which your condition is affecting your everyday life will help contextualize the impact of your injuries. Bring your journal to your consultation so that your attorney can review these entries and decide how best to proceed. 

3. Save All Relevant Correspondence 

Save all emails, letters, and voicemails from the at-fault motorist’s insurance carrier. It’s advisable to refrain from responding, however, until you’ve consulted a personal injury attorney. Otherwise, you could end up hurting your case inadvertently by accepting some degree of fault or giving a premature recorded statement. 

If you were struck by a reckless driver and want to take action, turn to Smith & Tabor Attorneys at Law. Located in Toccoa, GA, this firm has been serving clients across Franklin, Habersham, Hall, Rabun, and Stephens counties since 1985. Their strategic personal injury attorneys are committed to helping clients secure the funds they need to pick up the pieces after getting hurt through no fault of their own. To learn more about their legal services, visit their website. To schedule your initial consultation, call (706) 886-5141.