Law

Role of Witness Testimonies in Proving the Car Accident 

A car accident claim is a challenging process. The victims face numerous difficulties that can discourage them from seeking compensation. It is crucial to consult a Wyoming personal injury lawyer, as they are professionally equipped to assist their clients in all the stages, from filing the claim to receiving compensation.

Benefits of Having Witnesses

Having witnesses can greatly benefit your car accident claim. They help in providing information that may have been missed.

They are an unbiased testimony of the events that occurred before and after the accident. They help bring information that may have been kept hidden by a party to avoid liability. If multiple witnesses give the same statement regarding the accident, it is easier to convince the jury about the events at the accident scene. They are integral in proving the genuineness of the damage caused by accident.

Qualifications required in a witness

The witnesses present at the accident scene must comply with certain credibility criteria to give a statement that can help your case. The criteria are as follows:

  • A credible witness must have watched the entire accident right from the beginning to the aftermath. Witnesses who only saw the ending or beginning are deemed unsuitable for presenting. This is because they may have inadequate information regarding the accident.
  • A credible witness must be keenly observant and attentive during the accident. He or she must not be distracted or engaged in other activities during the collision. They must not miss any events that took place during the crash due to their lack of attention.
  • A credible witness must remember all the accident-related information properly. The details must have clarity and concision.
  • A credible witness must have little to no connection with the victim. They must be unbiased and unrelated to the victims of the accident.
  • A credible witness must not be directly involved in an accident. Their credibility will be affected if they are found to be a part of the crash. In such instances, they will be considered a victim instead of witnesses.
  • A credible witness must have a good background history. They should not have any memory loss issues or criminal records of dishonest behavior. Along with that, they must have good eyesight and hearing abilities. The witness must not have any alcohol or substance abuse problems so that they can be used as a reliable resource for information.