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10 Tips to Help You Photograph Your Missouri Car Accident Injuries

In the article "How Do I Document My Injuries After a Buchanan County, MO Car Wreck?," our Kansas City car accident lawyers discuss the importance of documenting your injuries. We suggest taking photographs to show the severity and extent of your Missouri accident injuries. However, taking photographs that can be used as evidence after a Kansas City car accident is not just a matter of pointing and clicking. Here are some tips for getting the photographs that may make the difference to your case.

Remember the following ten tips for photographing your Kansas City auto accident injuries:

1. Don't smile. You are taking a picture for photographic evidence, not a portrait.
2. Don't dress up. Avoid wearing jewelry or make-up. Keep your clothing clean and casual.
3. Make sure the background is uncluttered. Avoid having mirrors in the background.
4. Take a full body shot first. Take more than one picture and make sure your camera is focused.
5. Zoom in and take close-up pictures of any injuries, bruises and scars. Photograph these from several angles to make sure you get the best view. You can include a ruler in the picture to show scale.
6. Zoom out and take a picture of the entire body part that sustained the injury. For example, if broken glass has cut the side of your face, get a close up of the injury and a picture of your entire face with the injury visable.
7. If you have a cast or a brace, get a picture of that. If you need crutches, get a picture with your crutches.
8. If you required surgery for your injury, photograph the surgical site.
9. Save your pictures on to digital CDs.
10. Give a copy of all photos to your Kansas City car accident attorney.

If you were injured in a Kansas City motor vehicle accident, what you do afterward can determine whether you get full compensation for your injuries. Learn more in our free book, 10 Essential Steps You Must Take to Protect Your Injury Claim.

If you would like to discuss your Missouri accident case with a Kansas City car accident lawyer, contact Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys at 888-348-2616. The initial consultation is free.

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