If you were recently injured in a car accident due to no fault of your own, you are most likely looking to pursue a personal injury claim against that individual. That being said, you should understand that one of the most important things you can do after filing your claim is refraining from posting on social media. Please continue reading and speak with our Florida personal injury attorney to learn more about why you should stay away from social media and how our firm can help you through the claims process ahead. Here are some of the questions you may have:
What can happen if I post on social media while filing a personal injury claim?
The first thing that you should understand is that in most cases, insurance companies will be monitoring your social media accounts once you pursue a claim against them. This is because they are businesses and they care most about their bottom line, and they will, therefore, do everything in their power to deny you the compensation you need. If they catch you posting anything that may even remotely contradict your claim, there is a very good chance they will use it as evidence. For example, if you sustained a back injury in a car accident, though you post a picture of you playing a sport, the insurance company may argue that you are not truly injured, even if the picture was taken months or years prior to the injury. Even the most innocent of posts can be misconstrued against you, which is why it is a good rule of thumb to simply avoid social media until your claim is resolved.
How can I work to ensure that I have enough evidence to win a personal injury claim?
After sustaining serious injuries in a car accident, you should work to document the incident. Ask witnesses for their contact information, seek medical treatment, take pictures of the accident, obtain a copy of the police report, obtain the other driver’s insurance information, and, most importantly, retain the services of an experienced Orlando personal injury attorney who can work to uncover all additional evidence needed to prove your claim.
To learn more about what you should do after a car accident, simply click the video below.
Contact our experienced Orlando firm
Our firm understands the repercussions of a serious accident. If you are injured due to another party’s negligence, you should not have to fight the uphill battle for financial compensation on your own. When you hire one of our attorneys, you are hiring a devoted, caring, and aggressive attorney who will tenaciously fight for your rights. If you or someone you know was injured in an accident and wishes to schedule a consultation, please do not hesitate to contact Attorney Schmitt of the Florida Personal Injury Law Team today.
