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      "name": "Step 1: Seek Medical Attention and Document Injuries. Your health is priority one! Get checked by a doctor right after the accident, even if you feel okay. This creates crucial medical records linking your injuries directly to the crash, which is super important for your claim.",
      "text": "Step 1: Seek Medical Attention and Document Injuries. Your health is priority one! Get checked by a doctor right after the accident, even if you feel okay. This creates crucial medical records linking your injuries directly to the crash, which is super important for your claim.",
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      "name": "Step 2: Report the Accident to the Police and Your Insurance. Call 911 at the scene. An official police report details the incident, and you'll need to notify your own insurance company promptly to start the claim process. Don't delay reporting it, as most policies have time limits.",
      "text": "Step 2: Report the Accident to the Police and Your Insurance. Call 911 at the scene. An official police report details the incident, and you'll need to notify your own insurance company promptly to start the claim process. Don't delay reporting it, as most policies have time limits.",
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      "name": "Step 3: Collect Evidence from the Scene. Take plenty of photos and videos. This means shots of vehicle damage, road conditions, traffic signs, and any visible injuries you or your passengers sustained. Get contact and insurance info from all parties involved, plus any witnesses.",
      "text": "Step 3: Collect Evidence from the Scene. Take plenty of photos and videos. This means shots of vehicle damage, road conditions, traffic signs, and any visible injuries you or your passengers sustained. Get contact and insurance info from all parties involved, plus any witnesses.",
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      "name": "Step 4: Keep Detailed Records of Everything. Organize all your medical bills, receipts for expenses like car rentals or repairs, and records of lost wages. Maintaining a journal of your recovery process and how the injuries impact your daily life can also be very helpful.",
      "text": "Step 4: Keep Detailed Records of Everything. Organize all your medical bills, receipts for expenses like car rentals or repairs, and records of lost wages. Maintaining a journal of your recovery process and how the injuries impact your daily life can also be very helpful.",
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      "name": "Step 5: Avoid Discussing Fault or Accepting Early Settlements. Do not admit fault at the scene, nor should you give a recorded statement to the other driver’s insurance company without legal advice. Insurance adjusters might offer a quick, low settlement that doesn't cover your long-term needs. This is where professional guidance really shines.",
      "text": "Step 5: Avoid Discussing Fault or Accepting Early Settlements. Do not admit fault at the scene, nor should you give a recorded statement to the other driver’s insurance company without legal advice. Insurance adjusters might offer a quick, low settlement that doesn't cover your long-term needs. This is where professional guidance really shines.",
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    {
      "name": "Step 6: Consult a Personal Injury Attorney. This is a critical step, especially if you have significant injuries, disputed fault, or are struggling with insurance companies. An experienced attorney, like Brett Peterson, can assess your case, handle negotiations, and fight for the full compensation you deserve in San Diego. Working directly with your attorney ensures your concerns are heard and your strategy is tailored.",
      "text": "Step 6: Consult a Personal Injury Attorney. This is a critical step, especially if you have significant injuries, disputed fault, or are struggling with insurance companies. An experienced attorney, like Brett Peterson, can assess your case, handle negotiations, and fight for the full compensation you deserve in San Diego. Working directly with your attorney ensures your concerns are heard and your strategy is tailored.",
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