When you are injured in an accident, your main goal is to win your case. And that is also the main goal of your personal injury attorney in New York. Lawyers are able to enter into heated arguments in order to get their clients what they deserve. However, the only way an attorney can do this is if they have a client that works with them as well.
Here you will find the top ten tips you should follow to win your injury case.
Medical Attention
1. Immediately after your accident, you need to get medical attention. Even if you feel that you do not have severe injuries, it is still a good idea to get looked at. Let anyone that examines you know the types of pain you are feeling so it can be documented in your doctor’s notes. Supplying all this information will ensure that your doctor can correctly diagnose you. If your doctor prescribes any medications, you will need to take them as directed.
2. If you need follow-up care, schedule the appointment. This will help to get you on the road to recovery faster, which is crucial for you. It will also help your doctor in case they need MRIs, CT scans, or other testing done. You may also need refills on your prescriptions, such as pain medications.
Document Everything
3. Keep all evidence from your accident. No piece of evidence should be considered too small. If you have a shirt that has blood on it from the accident, place it in a plastic bag that seals. If you tripped or slipped on an item, keep that item in a bag, too, if it is not someone else’s property (such as a soda can or a piece of garbage).
4. Take pictures of everything. Any images of the location of the accident can help with a case. These pictures can help your attorney a great deal. Take pictures of any vehicles that were involved, as well as any surveillance cameras in the area. Take pictures of any injuries that are visible, as well as any clothing and shoes. It is imperative to take these as soon as possible as after the scene has been cleaned up, pictures will be useless.
5. Document your financial losses, too. Many times in accidents, people will earn less than usual because 
they had to take off time from work due to injuries. Keep a record of this to help your personal injury attorney in your case.
Working With Your Attorney
6. Keep your attorney in the loop. Update them when you have medical appointments. If significant changes happen, it can really strengthen your claim. Let your lawyer know how the accident affected your life in all aspects – your work life, social life, hobbies, household chores, and more. The more information you can provide your lawyer, the better. No piece of information is insignificant to how you are feeling.
7. Be truthful with your attorney, even if you are embarrassed by a certain piece of information. Your attorney will not share any information about your case so he or she can make it the strongest case possible.
8. Stay away from social media, as per your attorney’s wishes. Defendants can minimize the look of an injury by posts that you may have on social media.
9. Come to your consultation prepared. When first meeting with your attorney, bring all the documents and pictures with you that were related to your accident. Include police and accident reports along with any names of witnesses. It would also be beneficial if you have the addresses of these persons. Provide the lawyer with makes and models of cars, as well as license plate numbers.
10. Be available for your preparation. No one will know more information about your case than you. Others will not know the amount of pain you are in or have suffered from. You will need to attend several preparations sessions with your lawyer in order to prepare for your trial.
With your assistance, your personal injury attorney can win your case for you. At Gatusso & Ciotoli, a personal injury law firm located in Syracuse, New York, we specialize in car accident injuries, slip-and-falls, and nursing home injuries. With over 50 years of experience in the legal field, we represent clients who have suffered from medical malpractice, workplace injuries, car accidents, and defective products. We serve Syracuse, Watertown, Binghamton, Syracuse, North Syracuse, Camillus, Liverpool, Cortland, Auburn and other places in central New York. Call us today at (315) 314-8000 to schedule your consultation with us.