Philadelphia, PA personal injury attorney Leon Aussprung M.D., ESQ. gives his advice for people injured in a collision with a truck. When someone is involved in an accident, whether a trucking accident or any other type, the first step should be to consult an attorney before giving a statement. While the police may require a statement at the scene, and it’s appropriate to be honest, accurate, and try to recall details when doing so, it’s advisable not to immediately provide a statement to the insurer about what happened. Such statements can sometimes be twisted and used against the individual. It’s essential to cooperate with the insurance company, but they should be informed that the person will be meeting with their attorney before providing any formal written or recorded statement to the insurer.