How To Prove Distracted Driving Caused Your Car Accident
Proving that distracted driving caused your car accident is typically the responsibility of an experienced attorney. However, participating in your personal injury case could be highly beneficial to a successful outcome. Below, we provide an overview of the steps to take after a car crash.
From interviewing witnesses to filing a police report, our team at Tomeny | Best could represent you throughout the legal process and help prove that another driver’s negligence caused your car crash.
Preserve the Scene
The first step to proving a distracted driver caused an accident is documenting the scene. Gathering evidence, such as pictures of the vehicles or skid marks, can be helpful. With this type of case, it can be especially beneficial to collect any evidence of distraction, such as photographs of spilled drinks from the other driver’s vehicle. Additionally, make sure to get the contact information of witnesses, especially if they noticed the other driver engaging in distracted behavior, such as texting, talking to rear-seat passengers, or appearing preoccupied with a pet.
Report the Accident to Law Enforcement
After any car accident, it is important to call law enforcement, even if you do not suspect distracted driving caused the collision. The resulting police report is an essential piece of evidence that documents the circumstances of the crash, including any indications that the at-fault driver was inattentive to the road ahead. The responding officer also documents their observations and any statement from the at-fault driver, which may be used in court.
Gather Additional Evidence
In addition to the evidence you collect at the scene, our attorneys could gather more proof on your behalf. For example, phone records could prove the other driver was distracted by a phone call or text message. Neighboring businesses often have security cameras posted outside their building, which could contain video footage of the incident and how it occurred. Further, the distracted party’s social media feed may also show that they were interacting on their phone during the crash.
Contact Us To Discuss Gathering Evidence After Your Distracted Driving Car Accident
For help proving that distracted driving caused your car accident, contact the personal injury attorneys at Tomeny | Best. We are dedicated to helping Louisiana accident victims and their families navigate the often complex legal process of gathering evidence in a negligence case.
