Trusted Legal Team Shares Essential Steps Drivers Should Take to Stay Safe and Secure Fair Compensation
INDIANAPOLIS, IN, December 10, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Car accidents happen in an instant, leaving many people overwhelmed, shaken, and uncertain about their next steps. To help Indiana residents protect their safety and preserve their legal rights, Vaughan & Vaughan Injury and Accident Attorneys Since 1913—serving the state for more than 110 years—is offering essential guidance on what to do immediately after a crash.
The firm stresses that the first priority is always safety. After checking for injuries, individuals should call 911 so police and emergency medical personnel can respond. Even if injuries seem minor, victims should still seek medical attention as soon as possible. Conditions like whiplash, concussions, or internal injuries may not show symptoms right away. Timely medical evaluation not only protects health but also creates documentation that can be crucial for a future claim.
Vaughan & Vaughan Injury and Accident Attorneys Since 1913 advises gathering as much information at the scene as safely possible. This includes taking photos of all vehicles involved, roadway conditions, traffic signs, skid marks, and any visible injuries. Witness names and contact information should also be collected. The firm cautions accident victims not to apologize, admit fault, or make assumptions about what happened—those determinations should be left to investigators and attorneys.
Another important step is contacting an experienced car accident attorney before speaking with insurance companies. Insurers often move quickly to minimize payouts, sometimes before victims fully understand the extent of their injuries or financial losses. Having legal representation early helps ensure that individuals are protected, informed, and positioned to pursue full compensation.
Vaughan & Vaughan Injury and Accident Attorneys Since 1913 has a long and proud history of helping people in Indiana who have been hurt in an accident.
"We focus on getting the best outcome possible, either through a negotiated settlement or a jury verdict. And we have a track record of getting results second to none," the firm states. "It's been like that since our firm was founded in 1913 by brothers Charles L. Vaughan and Vincent D. Vaughan. Another generation of the Vaughan family now runs the firm, but we still have the same dedication to clients, the same focus on building strong cases, the same determination to get results."
Attorney Charles V. Vaughan is certified in civil trial law by the National Board of Trial Advocacy. Only experienced attorneys who have demonstrated skill in the courtroom and pass a rigorous test receive this certification. "It's a difficult certification to get, but we believe our clients deserve the best representation we can give them," the firm notes.
About Vaughan & Vaughan Injury and Accident Attorneys Since 1913
Vaughan & Vaughan Injury and Accident Attorneys Since 1913 is one of Indiana's most established personal injury law firms. The firm represents victims of car accidents, truck accidents, wrongful death, and other serious injuries. With a century-long commitment to results and client service, the firm continues to deliver skilled, dedicated, and highly experienced legal advocacy across Indiana.
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