If you have two years before you need to file a claim, you may think you should wait at least a year or more before calling a lawyer. However, this is not necessarily the case. Everything involved in a personal injury claim takes more time than you expect. First, of course, there is the time that you will need to deal with and recover from your injuries. If you suffered pretty severe injuries, you may need to spend weeks or months in treatment or the hospital. You'll probably need surgery or an operation, and you may need even more than one! Plus, you'll have to start taking medication or attending therapy to get as quickly as possible on the road to recovery. Then there's the time that it will take to collect evidence. You can't file a claim and simply prove it because you believe it's true. You will need evidence that the at-fault party caused the accident and that you are not responsible for the injuries you suffered. You’ll need evidence, including: Medical records Medical bills Receipts for repairs to damaged property A police report Eyewitness statements Expert testimony from medical professionals Testimony from your family and friends Photos or video footage from the accident scene It takes time to gather such evidence, and you’ll likely need legal help. That’s why it’s so important to call a personal injury lawyer as soon as you can. They’ll work hard to gather the evidence you need to win your personal injury claim. They’ll also ensure you don’t miss any critical deadlines while recovering from your injuries.