If you’ve been involved in a personal injury accident in Indiana, we recommend that you take the following steps:

• Seek Medical Attention: Call 911 if you’re seriously hurt, or visit an emergency room or urgent care as soon as possible. Even if injuries seem minor, get checked by a doctor. Some injuries, such as concussions, may not show symptoms right away. Keep copies of all medical records and bills.
• Report the Accident: Contact local law enforcement or property management (for a slip and fall) to ensure an official report is filed. Police or incident reports provide critical documentation that can help establish fault.
• Gather Evidence: Take photos or videos of the scene, including vehicles, road or weather conditions, hazards, visible injuries, and anything else that may have contributed to the incident. Preserve damaged clothing or personal items as evidence.
• Exchange Information: Collect names, phone numbers, driver’s licenses, license plates, insurance details, and witness contact information.
• Avoid Admitting Fault: Stay polite but avoid making statements that could be interpreted as accepting blame. Fault can only be determined after a full investigation.
• Contact a Greenwood Personal Injury Lawyer: An experienced Indiana personal injury lawyer at Habig Injury Law can evaluate your case, gather additional evidence, communicate with insurers, and help you pursue full compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain caused by the accident.