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3 Tips You Need if you’re in a Roll Over Accident

by | May 11, 2018 | Firm News

Whether you are injured or not, being involved in a rollover accident can be a very traumatic experience. Fortunately, there are three simple steps you can take to minimize this trauma.

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1. Seek Medical Attention for Yourself First

Before doing anything after a rollover accident, seek medical attention. Even if you don’t feel like you’re injured, you need to be checked out by medical professionals. Some injuries from rollover accidents, such as concussions, may not be revealed until hours or even days after they have occurred. Always be on the safe side and get checked.

2. Contact the Authorities

If possible, contact the authorities right away and take pictures. One of the best ways to document the scene is to film it. As always, do this safely. You’ll want to document as much evidence of the incident as possible in the event that it becomes a legal matter. If you can film the scene, narrate what you see on screen so that you can explain the running record if the video footage is to be played in front of people who were not at the scene.

3. Contact an Attorney

Once you’ve ensured your own safety and you’ve gathered evidence of the accident, you next need to contact an attorney. This is important for a variety of reasons, not the least of which is that you may be charged in the accident even if you’ve done nothing wrong. A Las Vegas personal injury lawyer will be able to discuss the specifics of the rollover accident and can guide you in choosing the best course of action. Likewise, you will want legal representation if you have been injured in the accident.

Additionally, your attorney will be able to protect you from making incriminating statements, potentially protecting you from future legal challenges. If the accident was your fault, your attorney will also be able to offer legal representation to potentially limit legal penalties.

If you’ve been involved in a rollover accident in the Las Vegas area, you need to contact a Las Vegas personal injury lawyer at Albright, Stoddard, Warnick & Albright.

The professionals at Albright, Stoddard, Warnick & Albright can offer guidance and legal strategies to ensure that you receive compensation if injured in a rollover accident or that you are legally protected if you have been party to a rollover accident.

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