Picture’s Worth a Thousand Words in Your Louisiana Car Accident Claim

They say a picture is worth a thousand words, and that very true when it comes to proving fault after a serious road accident injury. In New Orleans you need to prove that the other driver was more at fault than you after a car accident in New Orleans. Your evidence needs to reflect this fact, and photographs are one of the best ways to do it.

Things to Document in Your Photos After a Car Accident

The more photos you take, the better, but be sure to get these important items: 

• wide views of the area of the road where the accident occurred;
• skid marks;
• debris;
• all vehicles from multiple angles; and
• all injured parties. 

It's best to have a good digital camera to take the photos at your accident scene, but even a cell phone camera will do. In cases of serious injury, you may not be able to take the photos yourself, in which case you should ask another passenger or a witness to do so for you. 

Even if you were unable to consciously take photographs at the scene, you or your attorney should contact the witnesses to see if they have any.

With good photographic evidence of the accident scene you can use these pictures to help back up any verbal testimony you give. Remember that there are many ways you can harm your insurance claim when speaking with the insurance company, so make sure you have photo evidence to back up your story. 

Get Legal Help Now - Call a New Orleans, Louisiana Attorney

As the victim of a car accident in Louisiana, you have a lot of questions about your health and your financial future. Personal injury attorneys Timothy J. Young, Robert J. Young Jr. and Jason C. MacFetters understand your concerns and anxieties. Before you hire an attorney, order this free injury guide to learn about your rights in Louisiana. The Young Law Firm is located in New Orleans and serves clients throughout Louisiana, including Baton Rouge, Shreveport and beyond. Contact us today at 504-680-4100 or 1-866-660-7220.