New Jersey/Pennsylvania Personal Injury Blog

Things to Avoid After a Pennsylvania Car Accident

If you have been involved in a car accident and plan to file a Pennsylvania car accident claim, there are a number of things you can do that will help your personal injury case. However, there are also many things you should absolutely avoid doing after a Pennsylvania car accident.

What Not to Do After a Pennsylvania Car Accident

There are several things you should not do after a Pennsylvania car accident, both on the scene and in the days and weeks to follow. Listed below are a few of the biggest "Don'ts" after a Pennsylvania car accident: 

• Moving your vehicle from the scene;
• Putting yourself at risk by waiting for help in a hazardous area, such as an area of high traffic;
• Leaving the scene of the accident before the police arrive and say it is safe to do so;
• Disposing of potential evidence, such as torn or bloodied clothing;
• Discussing who you believe is at fault for the accident with anyone prior to speaking with a Pennsylvania car accident attorney;
• Apologizing for anything (this could be construed as an admission of guilt); and
• Agreeing to any type of settlement before speaking with your Pennsylvania car accident lawyer.  

Hiring a Philadelphia Car Accident Attorney

Before you hire a Philadelphia car accident attorney, order our FREE consumer guide; A Primer on Pennsylvania Insurance for the Automobile Accident Victim. For a trusted legal team that will give your case the personal attention it deserves, contact a Philadelphia injury lawyer at White & Williams LLP today. We will provide a free, no obligation consultation on your case. 1-877-944-8396