Proving fault in an auto accident can be a complex, and intricate process. Even though you know what happened, your word does not prove fault in the court of law. Eyewitness accounts, nearby cameras, and police interviews can go a long way in proving fault— but why not make sure you are covered in the case that someone else hits you?
That’s where dash cams come in. A quality dash cam can help you deter fraudulent claims, and protect your best interests when a negligent driver crashes into you. Read this article to learn more, and how to make sure your dash cam footage is admissible in court.
Why Evidence is Important in Your Auto Accident Claim
If your case advances to trial, you will have to prove at least the minimum standard of burden of proof, or the preponderance of the evidence. To prove the lowest level of proof needed, you have to show that the person who caused the accident was probably careless when they crashed into you.
While we always recommend getting a police report and taking photographs of the damage after an accident, a dash cam can provide vital proof of the actual accident. It can prove your claims and show that the other driver acted in a negligent manner. Combined, all of your evidence paints the true picture of what happened in your accident.
Deter Fraudulent Claims
Without additional evidence that supports or confirms your statement or claim, it gives the opposing counsel the chance to try to disprove your claim. While there may or may not be a witness nearby, a dash cam will act as a neutral witness, no matter who is nearby. Especially in rural areas, and at night— a dash cam can be the witness that saves your claim and proves the other driver was at-fault.
While it may not be right, insurance adjusters are the advocates for million-dollar companies, looking to pay you as little as possible. At Tittle & Perlmuter, we know exactly what next steps to take and how to defend your claim from tricky tactics. We’ve recovered millions for our clients and we will fight for your justice.
What You Should Know About Using a Dash Cam in Ohio
If you are planning to install a dash cam in your vehicle, it’s important to know the laws behind them in Ohio. While the cameras are legal to use, you are not allowed to mount them on the windshield. You can install them anywhere else in the car, such as the dashboard itself, but be sure the dash cam does not obstruct your view of the road.
For your footage to qualify as admissible in the state of Ohio, the camera must not have been used in any negligent manner during the accident. For example, it must not be obstructing your view while you were involved in the accident. The footage must also be relevant to your case and you’ll have to be able to testify/prove that the camera was working at the time of the accident.
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If you have questions about how to properly use a dash cam, or were injured in a car accident, schedule a free strategy session with one of our experienced car accident attorneys.
At Tittle & Perlmuter, we are dedicated to improving the safety of our community, one case at a time. We will work to get justice for our clients, and help make Ohio a safer place for all of us.
