Los Angeles, CA personal injury attorney Narbeh Shirvanian shares his advice for someone injured in a motor vehicle accident. He advises that anyone involved in a motor vehicle accident—whether on a motorcycle, in a standard vehicle, or on a bicycle (which the law treats as a motor vehicle)—should gather as much information as possible at the scene. Since attorneys are not present during the incident, it is crucial for those involved to take photographs documenting the scene, including lighting, weather conditions, the positions of vehicles, and any identifying signage, such as corporate logos or rideshare markings like Uber or Lyft.

He recommends using cell phones to capture images of everyone’s driver’s licenses, insurance cards, and vehicle registration, creating a digital record of all pertinent details. This information can then be forwarded to the firm once retained to handle the case. Additionally, he often advises clients to contact the local police department so law enforcement can investigate, take witness statements, review any available surveillance footage, and prepare a traffic collision report. The primary purpose of the report is to document the accident, identify those involved, and create an accurate record of observations and statements for investigative and legal purposes.