How to represent yourself in an auto accident claim?
If you’re considering saving on legal costs and representing yourself in your auto accident claim, there are a few things you’ll need to know before you take the plunge. It’s a courageous move to decide to represent yourself in your auto accident claim in court — and it isn’t for everyone, but it can sometimes work in your favor too — particularly if it was a low-damage accident with little or no injury caused.
There are several reasons why representing yourself in your auto accident claim may be a better option. For a start, it’s often easier to keep on top of progress; you can track the extent of the damage caused on your car, yourself, and passengers without having to fight with the insurance company. You’ll also probably be keeping track of the outgoing costs you’ve had to shell out for already as these will no doubt be unexpected —and high!
We’ve put together some of the top reasons from a legal perspective to represent yourself in your auto accident case, especially if it was a low-speed accident with minimal injury.
The injury attorneys at Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm near you have significant experience in helping clients who have been in an auto accident. If you start to represent yourself in your auto accident claim, but later become overwhelmed, we are here to help. Our offices are conveniently located in nearby Chandler, Peoria, and North Phoenix, and we can meet in-person at our nearby offices, over the phone, or video call. You can contact us for a free consultation, or read on to find out more about representing yourself in your auto accident claim.
By the way, we will also help with other problems that have cost you sleep, like getting a rental car very soon and finding a nearby doctor who can help you. Even the best legal team isn’t good enough if your quality of life isn’t sustainable while justice and compensation are on the way. The whole point of legal action is to regain quality of life, so we help you long-term as attorneys and short-term as your go-to people. Our familiarity with the local Phoenix courts makes us confident that we can help you get the best settlement possible.
5 Tips for Representing Yourself in an Auto Accident Claim
Keeping your costs down
Chances are if you’re representing yourself in your auto accident claim, the damage and injury haven’t been extensive- meaning the costs are relatively low in the hundreds- not thousands of dollars. Representing yourself in an auto accident legal case keeps any further costs down, such as legal fees and means you are in complete control of the purse strings-, so no hidden fees or unexpected bills either!
Providing your evidence
As you’re representing yourself, don’t forget to take photographic evidence of the damage done to your vehicle, the other driver’s vehicle, and any injuries caused. You’ll need to rely on photographic evidence for your legal case to prove the level of damage caused. Don’t overlook anything- every little helps when supporting your accident case.
Stay on top of damages and injuries
As you’re not relying on legal support or someone else to handle your accident case, you’ll be completely on top of both the injuries you’ve endured and the extent of the damage done to your vehicle. You’ll also be aware of what the recovery time will be, and you can manage your injuries and vehicle damage- which leads us to…
As well as the progress for repair
Repair progress can often be slower if they’re not kept on top of or regularly chased. From insurance company payouts to delays on the mechanic-side, things can take time. By regularly contacting the mechanic for any updates as well as staying on top of your medical needs, the recovery time will be quicker with you managing it.
Knowing the status of your case
If you’ve decided to represent yourself in court, you’ll already be up to speed with where your case is, seeing as you’ll be showing up to it! Having first-hand experience of where the status of your case will mean you’re not waiting around to hear how it goes.
And the perks don’t stop there- we’ve compiled another list of things to know if you’re representing yourself in an auto accident claim, to help guide you through and answer any queries you may have.
Get Help Now on Auto Accident Claim
At Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm near you, we have more than 15 years of experience helping clients obtain compensation for their personal injuries in the Phoenix area. When you’re ready to talk, please contact our office to arrange a free initial consultation by phone or at our Chandler office, conveniently located near you. If you’re representing yourself in your auto accident claim, you can still call us for a free consultation, and if representing yourself in your auto accident claim becomes too overwhelming we are always here to step in and help you.
If you have been in an auto accident and do not plan on representing yourself in your auto accident claim, contact Phoenix Accident and Injury Law Firm in nearby Chandler, AZ to speak with an experienced personal injury attorney. We provide personal injury legal services to clients in your area including Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa, Scottsdale, Tempe, and Peoria.
