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What Should I Do After A Kansas City Bicycle Accident?

It is not just the occupants of motor vehicles who are at risk of injury in a Kansas City car crash. Bicyclists are also injured in car crashes. In fact, a bicycle offers little protection in a crash and bicyclists often sustain serious or fatal injuries.

After a Missouri car-bicycle accident, the bicyclist is likely to feel quite shaken up, even if he has escaped serious harm. However, keeping calm is essential. What a bicyclist does in the moments after a crash, can make or break his Missouri personal injury claim.

What should you do if you are involved in A Kansas City car-bicycle accident? Here are some tips from the Kansas City personal injury attorneys at Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys. You should follow these steps even if you think you are uninjured. Many times, bicyclists don't realize that they have been injured until hours or even days after the accident. Even what seem like minor injuries can become serious medical issues.

1. Call 911 and wait for the police to come to the scene of the accident. Ask the police officer to file a police report.

2. Make sure the police officer records your version of what happened as well as the driver's. Let them know about any injury you think you have at the time. If police refuse to add your statement, write down your version and ask to have the report amended at a later time.

3. Get the driver's name, license plate number, contact and insurance information.

4. Get names and contact information for anyone who witnessed the accident.

5. Don't negotiate with the driver. Some drivers think that an apology is enough; when you ask for insurance compensation for your injuries or wrecked bike, they will deny that the accident occurred.

6. As soon as possible, write down as much as you can remember about the accident. Include information about weather, traffic, road conditions.

7. See a doctor as soon as possible after the accident, even if your injuries are minor. It is important that you be screened for hidden injuries and that you learn the signs of brain injury. In addition, your medical records serve as documentation of the accident. They will be evidence to back your insurance claim.

8. Document your injuries. Take pictures of your injuries and keep a journal of your symptoms.

9. Document the damage. Take a picture of the damage to your bike, your clothing, your helmet, and any other belongings. Keep these belongings in case your Kansas City personal injury attorney needs them for evidence.

10. Contact a Kansas City personal injury attorney. Your lawyer will help you file your Missouri bicycle accident claim and will preserve and present injury on your behalf. Our accident lawyers in Kansas City, MO offer free consultations. Call 888-348-2616 to get started; there is no cost unless we win your case.

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