Injured in a car accident in Visalia or Tulare County? Learn the exact steps to take to protect your health and legal rights.
Car accidents on Caldwell Avenue, Mooney Boulevard, Highway 198, and Highway 99 happen every week in the Central Valley. The moments after a crash are overwhelming. What you do next can significantly affect both your health and your injury claim.
Here’s what to do.
Step 1: Call 911 Immediately
Even if injuries seem minor, request police and medical assistance. A police report will become critical evidence later.
Step 2: Seek Medical Attention
Some injuries — including concussions and internal injuries — don’t show symptoms immediately.
Delaying treatment can:
- Worsen your health
- Give insurance companies an excuse to deny your claim
Step 3: Document the Scene
If safe to do so:
- Take photos of all vehicles
- Photograph skid marks, debris, traffic signals
- Get contact information from witnesses
Step 4: Do NOT Admit Fault
Even saying “I’m sorry” can be interpreted as admitting responsibility. Stick to factual statements only.
Step 5: Be Careful Speaking with Insurance Adjusters
You are not required to give a recorded statement to the other driver’s insurance company immediately. Politely decline until you speak with an attorney.
Step 6: Contact a Local Personal Injury Attorney
Early legal guidance can preserve:
- Surveillance footage
- Black box data
- Witness statements
- Vehicle inspection evidence
Attorneys Ryan Nelson and Clayton Christenson at NRC Law understand the unique traffic patterns and risk factors throughout Visalia and Tulare County.
Free Consultation for Central Valley Accident Victims
If you’ve been injured in a crash anywhere in the Central Valley, don’t wait.
📞 Call Nelson, Rozier & Christenson Attorneys at Law today for a free consultation.
We’re here to help you move forward.