Why Evidence Matters
Evidence is the foundation of your motorcycle accident case. Strong evidence:
- Proves who was at fault
- Documents the severity of your injuries
- Establishes your damages
- Prevents disputes about what happened
At the Accident Scene
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Photographs to Take
- All vehicles from multiple angles
- License plates
- Damage details (close-ups)
- Skid marks and road debris
- Traffic signs and signals
- Weather and road conditions
- Your injuries
- Your damaged gear
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Video Documentation
- Walk around recording the entire scene
- Capture the surrounding area
- Record any visible injuries
- Note the date and time verbally
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Witness Information
- Full names and phone numbers
- Email addresses if possible
- Brief description of what they saw
- Note where they were standing
Physical Evidence to Preserve
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Your Motorcycle
- Don't repair it before documentation
- Request photos from the repair shop
- Keep all damaged parts
- Preserve the condition as evidence
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Your Gear
- Helmet (keep even if damaged)
- Jacket, pants, gloves, boots
- Any clothing worn during crash
- Keep items in a clean, dry place
- Don't wash or repair anything
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Medical Evidence
- All hospital records
- Imaging (X-rays, MRIs, CT scans)
- Prescriptions and medications
- Medical bills and receipts
- Doctor's notes and recommendations
Digital Evidence
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Request These Records
- Police accident report
- 911 call recordings
- Traffic camera footage
- Nearby business surveillance video
- Cell phone records (of other driver)
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Your Own Documentation
- Screenshot any relevant social media posts
- Download your dashcam/helmet cam footage
- Back up all photos to cloud storage
- Create a written timeline of events
Ongoing Documentation
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Keep a Recovery Journal
- Daily pain levels (1-10 scale)
- Activities you cannot do
- Emotional and mental health notes
- Sleep quality
- Medication effects
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