What to Do When the Other Driver Denies Liability

If the other driver who is at fault denies liability, their car insurance company will likely deny your claim. After all, in supporting their client’s refusal to admit liability, they stand to save themselves money. And since insurance companies prioritize making a profit, paying you a fair settlement is quite often not their top priority.

That’s why one of the most important things to do when the other driver denies liability is to NOT speak to their insurance company without first consulting with a skilled car accident attorney from Kajy Law. It’s well known that insurance companies train their adjusters to seek out reasons to deny or at least reduce a claim. Their representatives are adept at playing the sympathy card while utilizing underhanded tactics to get you to admit fault. Even apologizing for any part of the accident can be construed as claiming responsibility and could damage your claim and reduce the compensation you’ll receive.

Steps to Take That Protect Your Rights to Car Accident Claim Compensation

With all of that in mind, there are some steps you can take to protect your right to compensation. They are as follows:

1. Contact the Police

One of the primary jobs of law enforcement officers at the scene of an auto accident is to create a police report. They interview drivers and witnesses to determine who and what caused the accident and include these findings in the police report.

This police report can later be used as evidence for your attorney if the other driver denies liability.

2. Get Visual Evidence

A picture is worth a thousand words. So gather up as much visual evidence as you can at the scene of the accident. Take pictures of vehicle placements or damages, existing road conditions such as potholes, and any skid marks. And get video footage of any conversations you have with others at the accident scene. This includes drivers, witnesses, and passengers.

In addition, if a traffic camera, dash cam, or surveillance camera captured the crash, be sure to get that footage as well. This can serve as valuable proof that the other driver was at fault. Insurance companies have difficulty denying a claim with this sort of video evidence.

3. Request the Other Driver’s Evidence

If the other driver continues to deny liability, then request their evidence that you were at fault. Just as you are required to gather evidence in the form of photos, videos, witness statements, and a police report to prove your innocence, the same is required of them. Furthermore, they’ll need to explain how each piece of evidence incriminates you. If they are truly at fault, this will be difficult.

4. Call an Experienced Car Accident Lawyer

With all of the above considerations, having an experienced car accident attorney by your side will make a huge difference in terms of getting compensation. Your car accident lawyer at Kajy Law knows the importance of evidence and will collect as much as possible to build an irrefutable claim. He or she also has the resources and know-how to perform an investigation to prove the other driver’s liability/fault. This includes bringing in an accident reconstruction expert to fill in any gaps.

Furthermore, a car accident lawyer experienced in these types of matters can push your insurer to fight aggressively for you. And if the insurance company refuses to budge, a lawsuit and possible court case may be necessary. It’s not the first option, but it may be the only way to get the compensation you deserve.

Don’t Hesitate to Get the Law on Your Side with Kajy Law

Dealing with a car accident where you weren’t at fault but the other driver denies liability can be a nightmare. And the longer their denial drags out your claim, the more you’ll need the expertise of a skilled car accident lawyer to help.

So don’t wait any longer to contact the skilled car accident attorneys at Kajy Law. Call us today at 877-KAJY-CARES or fill out our online form to schedule your free, no-obligation consultation.

We’ll fight hard for you to get you the compensation you’re owed.