{"id":58070,"date":"2026-09-28T20:30:37","date_gmt":"2026-09-28T20:30:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/car-accident-settlements-florida\/how-much-compensation-do-you-get-from-a-car-crash\/"},"modified":"2026-11-04T01:04:23","modified_gmt":"2026-11-04T01:04:23","slug":"how-much-compensation-do-you-get-from-a-car-crash","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/car-accident-settlements-florida\/how-much-compensation-do-you-get-from-a-car-crash\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Know After a Car Crash in Florida"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull is-dark chg-hero\" style=\"min-height:460px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-60 has-background-dim wp-block-cover__gradient-background has-background-gradient\" style=\"background:linear-gradient(90deg,rgba(32,36,46,1) 0%,rgba(32,36,46,1) 55%,rgba(32,36,46,0.7) 100%)\"><\/span><img class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background\" alt=\"Two damaged vans with crumpled front ends parked on grass after a collision.\" src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/two-damaged-vans-with-crumpled-front-ends-parked-on-grass-af-photo.jpg\" fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\"\/><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"chg-eyebrow has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Florida Car Accident Guide<\/p><h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\" style=\"text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">Hurt in a Car Crash in Florida? Here Is What to Do Next<\/h1><p class=\"has-base-color has-text-color wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:clamp(0.875rem, 0.875rem + ((1vw - 0.2rem) * 0.625), 1.25rem);text-shadow:0 1px 3px rgba(0,0,0,0.6),0 0 18px rgba(0,0,0,0.35)\">The hours and days after a crash are confusing and stressful. This plain-language guide explains the steps that protect your health and your rights, and how CHG Personal Injury Lawyers can help you move forward.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Request Your Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Request Your Free Consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:0.85rem;color:#6b7280;margin-bottom:1.5rem\">By CHG Lawyers \u00b7 Published October 18, 2026<\/p>\n\n<article lang=\"en\">\n\n<h2>How much compensation do you get from a car crash?<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/wrecked-car-on-a-dimly-lit-street-at-night-after-a-collision-photo-3.jpg\" alt=\"Wrecked car on a dimly lit street at night after a collision.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you or a family member suffered a serious or catastrophic injury in a car crash, our team can help you understand what comes next. Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>How Much Compensation Do You Get From a Car Crash?<\/h2>\n<p>How much can you get from a car crash? There is no single answer. Your compensation depends on three main things:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>How badly you were hurt<\/li>\n<li>Who was at fault<\/li>\n<li>How much insurance coverage is available<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Economic damages<\/strong> are costs you can add up. Examples include medical bills, lost wages, and property damage. These costs may be fairly easy to calculate.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Non-economic damages<\/strong> are harder to measure. They include pain and suffering and loss of enjoyment of life. In some cases, they can make up a larger share of a settlement. Every claim depends on its own facts. The severity of your injury is one key factor.<\/p>\n<h2>What Types of Damages Can You Recover?<\/h2>\n<p>In a Florida car crash claim, damages fall into two main groups: economic and non-economic.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Economic damages<\/strong> are measurable costs caused directly by the crash. They include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Medical bills (emergency care, surgery, hospital stays, rehabilitation, and therapy)<\/li>\n<li>Lost wages (income you missed while you recovered)<\/li>\n<li>Future medical care (ongoing treatment, medicine, equipment, and home care)<\/li>\n<li>Lost earning capacity (if your injury keeps you from working at your previous level)<\/li>\n<li>Property damage (repair or replacement of your vehicle)<\/li>\n<li>Transportation costs (a rental car, rideshare, or changes to a vehicle for your disability)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Non-economic damages<\/strong> are harder to measure. They are just as real. They include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Pain and suffering (physical pain and emotional distress from the injury)<\/li>\n<li>Loss of enjoyment of life (being unable to do things you used to do)<\/li>\n<li>Loss of consortium (harm to your relationship with a spouse or family member)<\/li>\n<li>Emotional distress and worry about the future<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Florida limits pain-and-suffering damages in car crash lawsuits. But only if your injury meets certain conditions.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A significant and permanent loss of an important bodily function<\/li>\n<li>A permanent injury, within a reasonable degree of medical probability (other than scarring or disfigurement)<\/li>\n<li>Significant and permanent scarring or disfigurement<\/li>\n<li>Death<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Catastrophic injuries include spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, amputations, and severe burns. In these cases, non-economic damages may be larger than economic damages. This can happen when the injury is permanent. It can also happen when the injury changes your whole life.<\/p>\n<h2>How Does Injury Severity Affect Compensation?<\/h2>\n<p>A minor fender-bender with soft-tissue injuries may be less serious than a crash that causes lasting harm. A serious injury may need surgery and months of rehabilitation. That can mean a much longer recovery.<\/p>\n<p>A catastrophic injury can cause permanent <a href=\"\/resources\/glossary\/paralysis\/\">paralysis<\/a>, brain damage, or amputation. These injuries can carry large lifetime costs.<\/p>\n<p>The difference comes down to lifetime impact.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A person who fully recovers from a broken arm may return to work within weeks.<\/li>\n<li>A person with a spinal cord injury may need a lifetime of medical care, adaptive equipment, and home changes. That person may also lose earning potential.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.christopherreeve.org\/todays-care\/living-with-paralysis\/stats-about-paralysis\/\">Christopher &amp; Dana Reeve Foundation reports<\/a> that the average lifetime cost of care for a person with paraplegia (paralysis of the lower body) is about $1.3 million. For quadriplegia (paralysis of all four limbs), the figure is more than $4.7 million.<\/p>\n<p>Courts and insurance companies consider these documented costs when they calculate compensation.<\/p>\n<h2>What Role Does Fault Play?<\/h2>\n<p>Florida uses comparative fault rules. This means fault can be shared among the people involved. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0700-0799\/0768\/Sections\/0768.81.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 768.81<\/a> is the law that covers comparative fault.<\/p>\n<p>Fault can affect your claim, so evidence matters. The following can all shape the outcome:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Police reports<\/li>\n<li>Witness statements<\/li>\n<li>Traffic-camera footage<\/li>\n<li>Accident reconstruction (a detailed analysis of how the crash happened)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div class=\"cta-dose-mid wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Not sure what your next step is?<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Talk it through with our team &#8212; the first consultation is free, confidential, and carries no obligation.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Get a free consultation<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2>How Do Insurance Policy Limits Affect What You Recover?<\/h2>\n<p>Florida requires owners of registered vehicles to carry insurance. This is called security. Personal injury protection (PIP) benefits are covered in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0600-0699\/0627\/Sections\/0627.736.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 627.736<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Serious injuries can produce losses that are larger than an insurance policy&#8217;s coverage, so it helps to talk with a lawyer early about every possible source of recovery in your situation. Collecting from an individual can be hard.<\/p>\n<p>If the at-fault driver has no insurance or not enough coverage, your own <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0600-0699\/0627\/Sections\/0627.727.html\">uninsured or underinsured motorist (UM\/UIM) coverage<\/a> may help. This applies only if you have it.<\/p>\n<p>Commercial vehicles, such as trucks, delivery vans, and rideshare cars, may carry different liability coverage than personal vehicles. This is one reason a crash with a commercial vehicle can raise different insurance questions.<\/p>\n<h2>What About Catastrophic Injuries?<\/h2>\n<p>Catastrophic injuries from car crashes can cause lifelong disability. They can also lead to a lifelong need for medical care. Examples include spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, amputations, severe burns, and other permanent impairments. Because of this, they are handled differently.<\/p>\n<p>In the catastrophic-injury cases this firm handles, compensation may include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Lifetime medical care and rehabilitation<\/li>\n<li>Adaptive equipment (wheelchairs, mobility aids, and home changes)<\/li>\n<li>Home and vehicle modifications for a disability<\/li>\n<li>Ongoing therapy and mental-health treatment<\/li>\n<li>Loss of earning capacity over a lifetime<\/li>\n<li>Non-economic damages for pain, suffering, mental anguish, and inconvenience, but only if the injury consists in whole or in part of a significant and permanent loss of an important bodily function, a permanent injury within a reasonable degree of medical probability (other than scarring or disfigurement), significant and permanent scarring or disfigurement, or death<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/diseases-conditions\/spinal-cord-injury\/symptoms-causes\/syc-20377890\">spinal cord injury<\/a> that causes <a href=\"\/resources\/glossary\/paraplegia\/\">paraplegia<\/a> or quadriplegia can bring lifetime costs. These costs are large and well documented.<\/p>\n<h2>How Long Do You Have to File a Claim?<\/h2>\n<p>Time matters. Under <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0000-0099\/0095\/Sections\/0095.11.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 95.11(5)(a)<\/a>, a negligence lawsuit must generally be filed within two years.<\/p>\n<p>If you miss this deadline, you may lose your right to recover. Deadlines can have exceptions. Contact this firm promptly.<\/p>\n<p>Delay can happen for many reasons. You may be focused on recovery. You may be dealing with insurance. You may be hoping the other side will settle. But delay can hurt your claim:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Witnesses may move away.<\/li>\n<li>Memories may fade.<\/li>\n<li>Evidence can be lost.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Filing within the two-year window protects your rights. It also gives you leverage in settlement talks.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large has-custom-border\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/09\/ntsb-specialist-inspecting-aircraft-engine-components-in-a-h-photo-1.jpg\" alt=\"NTSB specialist inspecting aircraft engine components in a hangar.\" style=\"border-radius:8px;width:100%;aspect-ratio:16\/9;object-fit:cover\"\/><\/figure>\n<h2>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What&#8217;s the difference between a settlement and a verdict?<\/summary><p>A settlement is an agreement between you and the at-fault driver&#8217;s insurance company. It ends the claim for a set amount.<\/p>\n<p>A verdict is the decision a judge or jury makes after a trial. Settlements can be faster and more predictable. Verdicts can be higher. But they can carry more risk and take longer.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Can I recover if I was partly at fault?<\/summary><p>Partial fault can affect your claim under Florida&#8217;s comparative fault law, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.leg.state.fl.us\/statutes\/index.cfm?App_mode=Display_Statute&amp;URL=0700-0799\/0768\/Sections\/0768.81.html\">Fla. Stat. \u00a7 768.81<\/a>. How it applies to you depends on the facts of your crash.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>Do I need to hire an attorney to recover compensation?<\/summary><p>You can talk to an insurance company on your own. But insurers may offer less to people who do not have a lawyer. An attorney can handle negotiations, gather evidence, and file a lawsuit if needed.<\/p>\n<p>CHG charges no attorney&#8217;s fees and no case costs unless there is a recovery.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>How long does a car crash claim take?<\/summary><p>Minor claims may settle in weeks or months. Serious or catastrophic injuries may take months or years, especially if a lawsuit is filed. The more severe the injury, the longer it may take to understand the full lifetime costs and damages.<\/p><\/details><details class=\"wp-block-details chg-faq is-layout-flow wp-block-details-is-layout-flow\"><summary>What if the other driver&#8217;s insurance denies my claim?<\/summary><p>You can dispute the denial or file a lawsuit. An attorney can help you challenge a denial you believe is unfair.<\/p><\/details><hr \/>\n\n<p>If you or a family member suffered a serious or catastrophic injury in a car crash, our team can help you understand what comes next. We can walk you through what you might recover, how long the process can take, and whether you may have a claim.<\/p>\n<p>Our free first consultation is confidential and carries no obligation to continue. Contacting us is a way to talk about what happened and explore your options.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Get a free case evaluation<\/a><\/p>\n\n<\/article>\n<footer class=\"disclaimer\"><em>This is attorney advertising. The information provided is for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome, and contacting the firm does not create an attorney-client relationship. 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The first conversation is free, confidential, and there is no obligation to continue.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Talk to our team<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Talk to our team<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">How CHG Personal Injury Lawyers Can Help<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--chat\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Confidential Conversation<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your free first consultation is confidential and comes with no obligation to continue. Tell us what happened and we will explain your options in plain language.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--shield\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Protection From Insurance Pressure<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Insurance adjusters work for their companies. Our team can handle communication with insurers so you can focus on your recovery.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--document\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Careful Review of Your Records<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We gather and organize police reports, medical records, and bills so that the full impact of your injuries is clearly documented.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--heart\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Attention to Your Family&#x27;s Needs<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Serious crashes affect work, home life, and loved ones. We listen to the whole picture, not just the paperwork.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--users\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Licensed Florida Attorney<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Igor Hernandez, a Florida Bar-admitted attorney, leads the firm&#x27;s Florida personal injury practice, which focuses on serious car, truck, motorcycle, and other accident cases.<\/p><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span class=\"chg-icon chg-icon--location\"><\/span><\/p><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">No Fees Unless There Is a Recovery<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">CHG charges no attorney&#x27;s fees and no case costs unless there is a recovery.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-color has-accent-background-color has-text-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-32197852 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"background-color:var(--wp--preset--color--accent,#20242e);color:var(--wp--preset--color--base,#ffffff);border-radius:8px;padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem;border-left:6px solid var(--wp--preset--color--cta,currentColor);box-shadow:0 2px 10px rgba(0,0,0,0.18)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-base-color has-text-color\">Important: Speak With a Lawyer Before You Sign Anything<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Insurance companies may ask for a recorded statement or a quick settlement soon after a crash. Do not sign medical releases or accept a payment without first talking to a lawyer about what the paperwork means for your claim.<\/p><div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-call\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"tel:+17867514283\">Call CHG Personal Injury Lawyers Today<\/a><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-button chg-cta-form\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/chglawyers.com\/contact-us\/\">Call CHG Personal Injury Lawyers Today<\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-surface-background-color has-background has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-583d630a wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:3rem;padding-bottom:3rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Five Steps to Take After a Florida Car Crash<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Get Medical Care<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Seek medical attention right away, even if you feel fine. Some injuries, including whiplash and brain injuries, may not show symptoms for hours or days. Follow your doctors&#x27; care.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Report the Crash<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Call the police and make sure an official crash report is created.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Document the Scene<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you are able, photograph vehicle damage, road conditions, traffic signals, skid marks, and any visible injuries. Write down the names and contact details of witnesses.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-f56f613f wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\"><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Keep Every Record<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Save medical bills, prescriptions, receipts, and missed-work notices. Keep a simple daily journal of pain, sleep, and daily tasks you can no longer do.<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-group has-base-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-radius:8px;box-shadow:0 4px 14px rgba(0,0,0,0.08);padding-top:1.5rem;padding-bottom:1.5rem;padding-left:1.5rem;padding-right:1.5rem\"><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Contact a Lawyer<\/h3><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reach out to CHG Personal Injury Lawyers for a free, confidential consultation. 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