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When Should I Call an Attorney After an Accident in Arkansas?

Call an experienced car accident attorney immediately after your accident in Arkansas.

Key evidence can disappear within days, insurance companies start building their defense right away, and you have just three years under Arkansas law to protect your rights. The sooner you call, the stronger your case becomes.

Get started today before time works against you. Contact Rainwater, Holt & Sexton for a free case evaluation with a car crash attorney. We’re available 24/7.

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What to Do Immediately After Your Accident

  • Day 1

    Call 911, gather evidence, and contact our legal team.

  • Within 24-48 hours

    Insurance adjusters will contact you—don’t give statements without legal guidance.

  • First week

    This is when crucial evidence, like traffic camera footage and witness memories, is still fresh.

Early Action Protects Your Case

The clock starts ticking the moment your accident happens. In Arkansas, you have:

Every hour can change the outcome of your settlement. Contact us today to get our Arkansas attorneys on your car collision case.

When You Need an Attorney Right Away

Contact Rainwater, Holt & Sexton immediately if your Arkansas car accident involves:

Serious Injuries or Complex Situations

Insurance Problems

Certain ‘Minor’ Crashes

If You Have Been Injured in a Car Accident, Call Us Today!
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What Not to Do After Your Accident

Don’t Wait to Report

Some injuries take days or weeks to show symptoms. Always get a police report, even if you feel fine initially.

Don’t Admit Blame

Saying “I’m sorry” can be used against you later. Let the investigation determine fault.

Don’t Accept Quick Settlements

Insurance companies use pressure tactics to get you to accept far less than you need to recover.

Steps to Take Right After Your Crash

  • Call 911

    Get police and medical help to the scene. Your police report and medical documentation are crucial for establishing what happened.

  • Gather Evidence

    Use your phone to document:

    • License plates and driver information
    • Vehicle damage and accident scene
    • Witness contact information
    • Road conditions, traffic signs, and weather (Arkansas storms can change driving conditions quickly)
  • Contact Our Arkansas Legal Team

    Call Rainwater, Holt & Sexton at (501) 868-2500 right away. Remember, contacting an attorney isn’t the same as filing a lawsuit.

What to Have When You Call

How We Protect Arkansas Families

We Take on Insurance Companies

Insurance companies don’t always play fair, whether you’re dealing with State Farm, Allstate, or other major insurers in Arkansas. Our experienced attorneys know their tactics and won’t let them pressure you into accepting anything less than a fair settlement.

We Handle the Paperwork

Personal injury claims involve complex Arkansas legal requirements and tight deadlines. We make sure everything gets filed properly and on time.

We Fight for Maximum Compensation

Clients who work with attorneys receive significantly more compensation than those who go it alone. We’re not afraid to go toe-to-toe with major insurance companies.

No Fee Guarantee®

You don’t pay us unless we win your case. Every Arkansas family has the right to pursue justice after an accident, not just those who can afford it upfront.

Our Arkansas Auto Accident Results
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Common Questions About Hiring a Car Accident Attorney in Arkansas

Even injuries that seem minor can have lasting effects that don’t show up for days or weeks. Arkansas law gives you three years to file a car accident claim, but early legal guidance protects your rights and ensures proper medical documentation from the start.

Yes. Fault admissions don’t guarantee fair compensation from insurance companies. They’ll still try to minimize your settlement or blame you for contributing to the accident.

If there’s any injury, missed work, or dispute about repairs, you need legal representation. Insurance companies often lowball even minor accidents. However, if the accident involves simple paint scratches with no injuries and the other driver’s insurance is cooperating, you could handle it yourself.

You need an attorney. Uninsured motorist claims involve your own insurance company, and they’ll fight just as hard to pay you less. We know how to navigate Arkansas’s uninsured motorist laws.

Yes. Insurance adjusters may seem friendly, but their job is to save their company money. They’re trained to get you to accept less than a full settlement or say something that hurts your case.

Yes. Arkansas follows comparative fault rules, meaning you can still recover compensation even if you were partly to blame. An attorney ensures the insurance company doesn’t unfairly increase your percentage of fault.

Nothing upfront. We work on a contingency fee basis, so you don’t pay unless we win your case. Most car accident victims receive more money, even after attorney fees, than they would on their own.

We’re Here for Arkansas Accident Victims

With offices throughout Arkansas—Little Rock, Springdale, Conway, Hot Springs, Bryant, Jacksonville, and Jonesboro—we’re your neighbors. Our attorneys drive these roads daily and know the local courtrooms.

We’ve been fighting for Arkansas families for decades, from the Delta to the Ozarks. Whether your accident happened on Highway 167 in Jacksonville or downtown Conway, you deserve straight answers and fair treatment.

Let us handle the legal fight while you begin healing. Contact Rainwater, Holt & Sexton today.

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