- The biggest mistake people make is waiting too long to document what happened—and that can hurt an injury claim later
- First, get medical care right away, even if you think you’re “just sore
- ” Some injuries, like whiplash or concussions, show up hours or days later
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Got hurt in a car accident? The biggest mistake people make is waiting too long to document what happened—and that can hurt an injury claim later. [B-roll: phone call after crash, car damage, person holding neck]
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KEY POINT 1
First, get medical care right away, even if you think you’re “just sore.” Some injuries, like whiplash or concussions, show up hours or days later. A medical record also creates an important paper trail. [B-roll: urgent care check-in, doctor examining patient]
KEY POINT 2
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Second, document everything at the scene if you can do it safely. Take photos of the vehicles, the roadway, your injuries, and any skid marks or traffic signs. Get names and contact info for witnesses. [B-roll: phone camera taking photos, notepad with witness info]
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