Week in Review 5/11/2012

This week we explained what uninsured motorist coverage on an insurance policy is, and what the benefits of choosing this coverage are. We also explained what a Phantom Driver Accident is and what steps you should take to make an uninsured motorist claim if you are ever the victim of a phantom driver.

There are a number of things you can do after being involved in a phantom driver caused accident in an attempt to make a viable uninsured motorist claim.

• At the scene of the accident be sure to ask everyone who shows up if they saw the phantom driver.
• When the paramedics, hospital staff and/or doctors ask what happened let them know the phantom driver caused you to lose control.
• Tell the police at the scene of the accident, and at any interviews following the accident, about the phantom driver and how it caused the accident.
• Examine your vehicle for ANY proof of contact.
• Contact an attorney so they can begin an investigation to prove your statement that a phantom driver caused your accident.

There are many exceptions and technicalities to this area of law, especially with these types of accidents, that if you are not aware of could cost you hundreds of thousands of dollars. Our car accident lawyers are experts when it comes to dealing with insurance companies and will fight aggressively on your behalf to get you or your loved one the compensation you deserve.