When determining who is at fault for a car accident, insurance adjusters, judges, and jurors may first review the police report and statements from first-hand witnesses who were directly involved in the accident. However, statements from third-party witnesses – such as a pedestrian or cyclist – who saw your accident happen can also play a key role in proving liability. A third-party witness can be important for proving fault in an accident because, with no personal stake in the case, their accounts are often seen as more objective and reliable. Third-party witnesses may also be able to fill in information gaps because their minds are not clouded by accident-related trauma and they may have observed the accident from a different perspective than the people involved in the collision. A clear, unbiased witness statement can strengthen your claim, and your Bellingham auto injury attorney will work to gather testimony that supports your case.
