Los Angeles, CA personal injury attorney Narbeh Shirvanian shares his advice for someone injured in a motor vehicle accident. The advice provided to individuals involved in a motor vehicle accident, whether it be a motorcycle, standard vehicle, or bicycle (considered as motor vehicles for all intents and purposes by law), is to gather extensive information at the scene. In the absence of immediate presence, it becomes imperative for the parties involved to take photos, capturing the scene, lighting and weather conditions, vehicle positions, and any identifying signage, such as corporate logos or rideshare markings like Uber or Lyft.

Utilizing cell phones, individuals are encouraged to photograph everyone’s driver’s licenses, insurance, and registration, digitally documenting crucial details. This information can be conveniently forwarded to legal representation upon retention for case handling. In numerous instances, clients are advised to contact the local police department, enabling law enforcement to conduct an investigation. This involves taking statements from witnesses, examining the scene for video surveillance, and preparing a traffic collision report. The primary purpose of this report is to officially document the occurrence of the accident, identify individuals present, and record their observations and statements, serving as a comprehensive record for investigative purposes.