Dashboard cameras used to really only be something that police used to record an interaction during traffic stops, but now the technology has become widely adopted by businesses and the general public. It’s common to see semi-drivers, delivery trucks and passenger vehicles with dashboard cameras in use while the car is in motion, and they can be incredibly helpful in the event that you end up in an accident. These devices can pay for themselves many times over in the event that you are hoping to win a car accident injury claim. In today’s blog, we share five reasons why more people are choosing to protect their interests by installing a basic dashboard camera in their business or personal vehicle.
Injury Lawsuits And Dash Cameras
We’ve worked with many clients who have won their claim purely because of the presence of a dash camera. Here’s a look at five ways the video evidence that is captured can be used to help win your injury case.
1. Supports Your Version Of Events – It is quite common for a car accident case to come down to a “he said, she said” argument. Even if you’re telling the truth, if the other side makes a more convincing case, you may be out of luck. A dash camera can help to support your version of events with a neutral recording of what actually took place.
2. No Need For Memory – Our memories tend to fade a bit over time. You may assume that you will remember all the details of your accident, but if your head was injured or the effects of the adrenaline wear off, you may find it hard to remember exactly what happened in the moments leading up to or after the accident. Video evidence can tell the story without you needing to remember all the specific details of the accident.
3. Hit And Run Help – In the unfortunate event that you are involved in an automobile accident with someone who ends up fleeing the scene, the dash camera may capture evidence about the make, model or license plate of the other vehicle in the crash. This can make it much easier for police to track down the perpetrator, which can help you collect compensation from the other driver instead of being forced to file through your own uninsured motorist arm of your car insurance policy.
4. Fraud Protection – The sad reality is that some people try to fraudulently get involved in a car accident so that they can collect insurance money or sue the other driver. If someone brake checks you on the highway or reverses into your car, hoping that the insurance company will believe that you rear-ended them, a dash camera can prove that they are attempting to commit insurance fraud.
5. Speed Up Claims Process– Finally, submitting concrete video evidence to support your claim can help the claims process move along much quicker. There will be no doubt as to the legitimacy of your claim, and the insurance company will see that they have no other options but to honor your award. You’ll have money in your pocket much sooner if you have clear video evidence to support your car accident claim.
You can find a dash camera on Amazon or in a big box store like Wal-Mart or Target, so consider finding a device and protecting your interests in the event that you are ever involved in a car accident. For more peace of mind after an automobile accident, sync up with the team at Hey Workers for all your injury claim needs. Give our office a call today at (844) 439-9675.
