The Top Mistakes People Make After a Motor Vehicle Accident & How to Avoid Them

Navigating Negligence

Episode 1: The Top Mistakes People Make After a Motor Vehicle Accident & How to Avoid Them

In this first episode of Navigating Negligence, attorneys Stephen D. Phillips, Stephen J. Phillips, and Michael J. Phillips from Phillips Law Offices break down one of the most important topics in personal injury law — what not to do after a car accident.

Drawing from decades of experience representing injury victims across Illinois, they share the most common mistakes people make after a motor vehicle collision, from speaking to insurance adjusters too soon to delaying medical treatment — and explain how these missteps can seriously impact your case.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• The top legal and financial mistakes people make after an accident
• How to protect your rights before speaking with insurance companies
• Why documentation and medical follow-ups are critical
• What steps to take immediately after a crash

Whether you’ve been in an accident or want to be prepared if one happens, this episode offers valuable insights from two of Chicago’s most experienced personal injury attorneys.

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