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What If The Driver Who Caused My Accident Is Lying About What Happened?

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After a car accident, the negligent driver is likely going to deny fault. They are likely going to try to blame the other driver. If you were involved in a Florida car accident and the negligent driver is lying to the police or insurance company about what occurred, you are probably wondering what you can do. You may be concerned that the lies will negatively affect your chances of recovering the compensation you deserve for your injuries and damages. Indeed, if the at-fault driver is lying to the police or insurance company, it could harm the outcome of your case. However, there are certain steps you can take to protect the value of your claim. Below, we discuss why at-fault drivers lie and the steps you can take if the at-fault motorist is lying.

Why Do At-fault Drivers Lie?

One of the main reasons drivers tell lies after causing an accident is to avoid liability. For example, a driver who was distracted while driving may lie that you were speeding to avoid being blamed for the accident.

Also, a driver who causes an accident might lie to avoid suffering consequences for their negligent acts. For instance, an at-fault driver might lie to prevent their insurance premiums from increasing. A negligent motorist might lie to avoid criminal consequences if the negligent act that caused the accident is considered illegal. One example of negligent behavior that carries criminal consequences is drunk driving.

What Should You Do if the At-fault Motorist Is Lying About What Happened?

If you have just discovered that the driver who caused your accident is lying to the police or insurance company, you might be feeling tempted to confront them. However, you should avoid doing so. Instead of confronting the driver for lying, take the following steps;

Gather Evidence

If the negligent motorist who caused your accident is lying to the police or insurance company about what happened, gathering evidence is the easiest way for you to deal with them. For example, take pictures and videos of the accident scene. This will be of great help if the at-fault driver is saying things that contradict what is in the photos and videos. It would help if you also gathered witness statements. Witnesses who saw what occurred can help prove that what a driver claims happened did not happen.

Maintain Consistency

If the at-fault motorist is lying to the police or insurance company, ensure you tell the truth and be consistent with your narrative. When you are consistent with your story, and the other driver’s narrative is not consistent with yours, the police or insurance company will have to investigate. Eventually, the truth will come out.

Contact an Attorney

Lastly, if the driver who caused your accident is lying to the police or insurance company about what occurred, reach out to a knowledgeable car accident attorney. An attorney can help you handle the lying driver. An attorney can help you gather the evidence you need to prove that the other driver is lying.

Contact Us for Legal Help

If the motorist who caused your Florida car accident is lying about what happened during the accident, you should call our Miami personal injury attorneys at The Pendas Law Firm as soon as possible. We can help you prevent the at-fault driver’s lies from ruining your chances of recovering the compensation you deserve.

The Pendas Law Firm also represents clients in the West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, Fort Myers, Tampa, Jacksonville, Bradenton, Daytona Beach, Orlando, and Ocala areas.

Source:

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