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While car accidents that occur between passenger vehicles can result in serious injuries, accidents involving dump trucks are often catastrophic. Dump trucks are large, powerful vehicles, so when one of these pieces of machinery collides with a passenger vehicle, those involved rarely walk away unscathed. In this article, we discuss what to do if you’re injured in a dump truck accident.
Remain at the Scene
The first thing you should do after a dump truck accident is remain at the scene in a safe location until the authorities arrive. Also, if you’re able to do so in a safe manner, you should check on others involved in the accident and exchange information with the other driver. Specifically, you should obtain the other driver’s insurance information, name, and contact details.
Call 911
Next, you should call 911 to ensure that you obtain immediate medical care for your injuries. In addition, calling 911 will ensure that a police report is created, which can be useful in your case. Further, in many cases, you are required by law to contact the authorities to report your accident, so calling 911 will ensure that you are in compliance with the law.
Compile Evidence
The next thing to do after a dump truck accident is compile evidence. Specifically, you should take photos and videos of all vehicles involved, the scene of the accident, any property damage incurred, and any injuries you suffered as a result of the accident.
Seek Medical Attention
Even if you obtain a medical examination at the scene of the accident, you should seek follow-up medical care. And this applies even if you don’t think you’ve suffered an injury. Some injuries, such as certain brain and internal injuries, don’t present symptoms for days or even weeks after an accident. Therefore, it’s important to seek medical care to rule out any serious conditions. In addition, seeking immediate medical attention can be useful in your case because it demonstrates that you took steps to attempt to mitigate any injuries resulting from the accident.
Notify Your Insurance Company
It’s also important to notify your insurance company as soon as possible after a dump truck accident. Reaching out to your insurance company early can help ensure a smooth claims process. In addition, most insurance companies require you to report all accidents, and failing to do so can affect your ability to obtain financial compensation for your injuries and property damage.
Contact a Long Island & New York Heavy Machinery Accident Attorney
Finally, if you have been hurt in a dump truck accident in New York, you should contact an experienced attorney for assistance. At the distinguished law firm of Dell & Dean, PLLC, we are here to guide you through your dump truck accident claim. Our experienced New York attorneys are highly experienced in providing assistance to injury victims throughout NYC and the state of New York. Please contact us immediately to schedule a free consultation with a talented and knowledgeable New York heavy machinery accident attorney.
Dell & Dean, PLLC, represents clients throughout Nassau County, Suffolk County, and Garden City on Long Island, as well as the boroughs of New York: Queens, Brooklyn, Staten Island, Manhattan, and the Bronx.
