Counsel decides what each case needs. For many injury and property cases, the first request to the client looks much the same.
Commonly requested
- Photo ID and contact details.
- Health insurance card, and auto policy declarations page for car crashes.
- Photos and videos of the scene, the vehicle or the damage.
- The police or incident report number.
- A list of every doctor and facility seen, with dates.
- Bills and receipts received so far.
- Pay stubs or proof of income if work was missed.
- Letters from any insurance company.
Make it easy
Send the list in writing, in the client's language, with a simple way to send photos. Follow up in a week.
Our client document checklist tracks what has come in.
Litigation support is performed at the direction of a licensed attorney.
This article is general information, not legal, tax or regulatory advice. Rules change; confirm current requirements with the responsible agency or a licensed professional.
