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WISDOM OF THE CROWD Should I Speak to Witnesses After a Car Accident?
Court cases can be a dramatic affair, but your average case doesn’t tend to be as thrilling as the cases Hollywood crafts for movies and TV. On the screen, each piece of evidence has the audience on the edge of their seats, and there’s nothing like a surprise witness to increase suspense. While rarely so melodramatic, real witness testimony can greatly influence numerous court cases and even personal injury cases involving auto accidents. Car accidents aren’t rare, but they still attract some attention from passers-by. If
who is at fault. Even if a witness did not see a crash, they may have overheard or observed some behaviors that can help your case. For example, a witness may see the other driver trying to hide their cellphone after the crash or overhear them saying they “screwed up.” This information suggests the other driver was at least partially at fault in causing the crash. When Witnesses Hurt Speaking to witnesses can harm your case should you accidentally disclose damaging information at the scene of the crash. Let’s say a witness asks if you are injured and you say you don’t need an ambulance. Considering most people don’t recognize the full extent of their injuries until later, telling a witness you’re not injured can prevent you from being able to recover compensation for medical bills if treatment later becomes necessary. The other driver can call on this witness to recount the conversation in front of the judge or jury. Choosing to speak with witnesses after a car accident is up to you, but there is one person you should speak to: your attorney. Reach out to your attorney right away so they can build a strong case in your favor and identify witnesses who can help or hurt you.
you’re involved in a car accident, engaging with witnesses may or may not be beneficial, depending on your circumstances.
When Witnesses Help Witnesses who are able to
provide an objective, unbiased account of the events leading up to the crash can help determine
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Roasted Parmesan Pesto Potatoes It only takes 3 ingredients to make these crispy, flavorful potatoes. They’re the perfect side dish for any meal.
Ingredients
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2 pounds red potatoes, quartered
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Salt and pepper, to taste
2 tablespoons basil pesto
3 tablespoons grated fresh Parmesan cheese
Directions
3. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese evenly over
1. Preheat oven to 400 F. 2. In large bowl, combine potatoes and pesto. Toss to coat. Transfer potatoes to large baking sheet or shallow roasting pan. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Roast 20 minutes and remove from oven.
potatoes and put pan back in the oven. Roast for additional 10–15 minutes or until potatoes are tender and crispy. Remove from oven and serve warm.
Recipe courtesy of TwoPeasAndTheirPod.com
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