Maintain Records
It is important to document your time missed from work to assert a claim for lost wages as a result of your car crash. Whether you are paid by the hour or salaried, you may be able to recover for the time you missed from work.For legal assistance in handling your car accident claim and maximizing your recovery, consider consulting with an experienced car accident lawyer. To prove your claim, you should maintain records of the following:
- Time Missed from Work—keep a log of all time missed from work for accident-related reasons. It is too difficult to keep a mental log, then have to compile a written record later. You might forget time you missed from work, which could reduce the value of your claim.
- Regular Rate of Pay—prepare documentation of your regular wages or salary. In many cases, a few pay stubs will be sufficient proof of your regular wages or salary.
- Documentation from Your Supervisor—make your supervisor aware of the situation, so your supervisor can verify that the time you missed from work was accident related. Some insurance companies request a letter from your supervisor as additional proof that the time missed from work was, in fact, accident-related. If you have any questions or concerns about this process, it may be beneficial to consult with a work injury lawyer who can provide you with legal guidance.