In today’s world, it seems like Big Brother is always looking over our shoulder, and while that can be a bit concerning at times, it can also be extremely helpful if you find yourself in need of video evidence of your car accident. There are traffic cameras, security cameras, dashboard cameras and even doorbell cameras, and if any of these cameras captured your car accident, the video evidence can be monumental in helping you prove your case.
With that said, it’s not always easy to just acquire these recordings, so what are the best ways to secure video evidence that supports your car accident claim? Below, we share some tips for getting the video evidence you need to support your version of events after a car accident.
Obtaining Video Evidence After A Car Accident
Although it may seem clear and obvious that the other driver was at fault for your accident, if it’s your word versus their’s, it’s not guaranteed that an insurance company or judge will take your side. In these instances, it’s imperative that you obtain any video evidence that can provide an impartial view of what happened. The best way to secure this evidence is by connecting with a lawyer.
An injury lawyer will be very familiar with obtaining video recordings for their clients, so they’ll know the proper channels that need to be followed. For example, let’s look at some common sources of video evidence and explain how a lawyer can help secure this footage:
Traffic/Red Light Cameras – There’s a good chance that your accident was caught on a traffic camera or a red light camera. These cameras are property of the government, and so are the recordings. In order to be granted access to this recording or to obtain a copy of this footage, you need to submit a formal request to the government or file a specific type of lawsuit. These requests and legal applications will seem complex to those unfamiliar with the process, but it’s routine work for a lawyer. Let us help obtain this footage from the government.
Security Cameras – If a private business had a camera that caught some or all of your car accident, you may be able to obtain this footage from the business. These recordings could be taped over rather quickly, so you’ll want to act swiftly, and that can be difficult to do if you are recovering from the accident. Let a lawyer go to the business and work with the owner to secure footage of the accident.
Personal Recording Devices – Dashboard cameras or Ring doorbells are becoming more popular, and they may have caught your accident on camera. Again, you may be able to secure this footage by asking the individual for a copy of their recording, but they are not obligated to do so. We’re familiar with working with individuals who have captured an accident on camera and are comfortable working with them to secure the footage for you in a timely manner.
Witness Recordings – It seems that everyone has a cell phone these days, and if someone recorded your accident, we can reach out to obtain the footage. More often, we get the contact information of a driver or pedestrian who witnessed the accident and is willing to testify on your behalf. If you can collect the contact information of any witnesses who may have seen your accident, your lawyer can contact them for recordings or statements that could help your case.
Police Dash Cameras – It’s possible that a police officer will capture the accident on their dash camera, but they may also have access to interesting recordings on their body cameras if they arrive on scene and interview the drivers. A formal request to the specific department can help to secure this footage, and we’d be more than happy to file this request on your behalf.
Video evidence can make all the difference in your car accident case, but securing the footage won’t always be a walk in the park. You can make the process much easier on yourself by outsourcing the job to your lawyer. The team at Hey Workers have done this for countless clients, and we can do the same for you. For more information, or for help with your car accident case, reach out to the team at Hey Workers today at (844) 439-9675.
