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Prioritize Health and Safety
Your first priority after any injury is your health. Get medical attention promptly, even if the injury seems minor, because some serious conditions take time to appear and early treatment protects both your recovery and your claim. Follow through on recommended care.
Report and Document
Report the incident to the appropriate party — police for a crash, the property owner for a fall, animal control for a dog bite. Then document everything: photograph the scene and your injuries, gather witness information, and note the conditions while they're fresh.
Protect Your Rights
Avoid giving recorded statements or signing broad releases before understanding your situation. Don't admit fault. Keep records of bills, correspondence, and how the injury affects your life. These habits preserve your options under New Hampshire's comparative negligence rule.
Understand Your Deadline
New Hampshire's three-year filing deadline applies to most claims, with exceptions that can shorten it (government claims) or extend it (minors, discovery rule). Knowing your deadline — and acting well before it — keeps your claim alive. A free consultation can clarify your next steps.
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