A truck accident can be extremely complicated when dealing with the insurance and legal issues that may arise from the accident. Here is a list of things you should do when you've been involved in a truck accident.

Document Every Aspect Of The Accident

When the accident happens, you need to make sure that you document the accident with photos. Make sure you take photos of the position of each of the vehicles and where they are on the road. If either driver went through a stop sign or red light make sure you take a photo to show where the vehicle is in relation to the position where they should have stopped. Make sure that a police report is filed and that you get a copy of the report to submit to your lawyer. You will also want to make sure that you have the correct name, address, and license number. You will also need to know the name of the other driver's insurance company and the policy number that they are insured under.

Make Sure The Log Book Is Up To Date

A log book tracks each and every time the truck starts and stops. The log book shows exactly how many hours the driver has been operating the vehicle and for how long. In the event of an accident, the log book will be a critical piece of evidence that can show if the driver was operating the vehicle legally under the government regulated number of hours that a driver can work. If the log book was not up to date after the accident happened, you will need to make sure revise it with details about the accident in case the lawyer needs to use in a court of law.

Only Use A Lawyer Appointed Doctor

When you have suffered an injury in a trucking accident you will need to have a doctor inspect your injuries. Do not have your injuries treated by anyone other than the doctor that was approved by your lawyer, and consult with your doctor before having any types of treatments performed on your body. Make sure that all your doctor's visits are documented and track the progress of your injurie as they heal. If you require physical therapy of any kind, make sure that you go a physical therapist that was approved ahead of time so your visits are covered by insurance or the other driver pays your medical bills.

Following these steps outlined above will help you, but you should immediately consult with a truck accident attorney, such as Teresa P Williams PA, to go over all your legal options.