In 2025, getting pics is a must! Whether it’s vacation photos, the awesome new restaurant you just tried, or a once in a lifetime concert – everything gets documented!

While many individuals meticulously chronicle their lives via photo and video everyday, there’s a particular moment almost no one thinks to capture – a car crash.

Pictures of an accident scene stand in stark contrast to the fun, light-hearted content many people curate their social media feeds with daily. Accidents can be graphic, chaotic, and sometimes downright unsettling.

This blog will explain why documenting an accident scene matters, and why – even if it feels wrong or uncomfortable – it’s one of the smartest things you can do after a crash.

Why Documentation Matters & What to Document

Pictures and videos are a valuable currency in 2025 – this could not be more true than in the context of personal injury law.

In a car crash claim, evidence isn’t just helpful – It’s everything! A few clear photos or a revealing video can make the difference between a huge recovery and your claim being denied entirely. Some important things to document following an accident include:

• Vehicle positions
• Wide-angle images of the entire scene (if possible)
• Damage sustained by every vehicle involved
• Roadway conditions (debris, skid marks, weather)
• Injuries sustained by every individual involved
• License plates and intersection signs
• Police officers’ and first responders’ credentials
• Names and contact information of any witnesses to the accident

These items, if properly documented, can prove to be invaluable ammunition used by your injury attorney. Clear and indisputable photos or videos can help you paint a picture of the crash and ultimately, tip the scales in your favor.

In addition to photos and videos, it’s important to note:

• The names and insurance information of all individuals involved
• The exact time and location of the accident
• How long it took police to arrive at the scene
• The names and credentials of any medical first responders
• Any medical care that was administered at the scene of the accident

Tips for Effective Documentation

While documentation is of the utmost importance to an accident claim, not all evidence is valued equally. In order to make sure your photo and video documentation is valuable to your case:

• Start wide, then move close: As noted above, try and capture the entirety of the scene. After getting wide-angle, big-picture shots – move onto capturing the details.
• Show vehicle damage from multiple angles: Multiple angles can be revealing – you never know what might be in question after a crash.
• Capture visible injuries immediately: Bruises, cuts, and other less severe injuries fade and heal quickly. Capture even the smallest of injuries to portray the true, immediate impact of the accident.
• Record videos: Videos can provide context when photos fall short. This is especially true for video audio. Video and audio can help tell a story that otherwise would have been overlooked.
• Avoid filters or edits: Make sure everything you capture is raw and unedited. This preserves authenticity and helps your evidence carry more weight.
• Back up your files immediately: Email your photos to yourself, save them to the cloud, or send them to a trusted contact so nothing gets lost.

Every photo and video you take tells a part of the story – taken together, they paint a full picture of what really happened.

What to Do After You Leave the Scene

Following an accident, the most important thing you need to worry about is your health and safety. While documenting the scene is massively important to your insurance claim – nothing is more important than getting necessary medical attention.

If you have a life threatening injury, then you should obviously disregard the steps above and get straight to a hospital. Photo and video evidence is worthless without your health and safety.

Depending on the severity of your injuries, you may have to make several trips to the hospital and doctors’ offices following an accident. It’s important to document the reason for these visits, the medical providers you talk to, and their instructions for your treatment and recovery.

Outside of medical treatment, you should report your accident to the police as soon as possible. Even the most minor of accidents should be reported in order to officially document the event.

Even after these steps, there’s still much left to be done following an accident. Between reporting your accident to insurance, filing an insurance claim, repairing your vehicle, and paying for everything – chances are you’re pretty overwhelmed.

That’s where we come in to help!

Get David Get Paid

Contacting the right car crash attorney following your accident may be one of the most important decisions of your life. If you live in southeast Michigan, there’s only one personal injury firm you need to know – that’s Femminineo Law.

Here at Femminineo Law, we treat all cases with care and consideration. We’ll be sure to clear up any confusion surrounding the post-accident process and answer any questions that might arise throughout the duration of your case. You can rest assured with Femminineo Law on your side, you’re not only getting a powerhouse attorney, but a thoughtful advisor and friend.

Give us a call at 855-65-CRASH today, and see why we’re the leader in personal injury representation.

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