Evidence Photos and Records
What matters
Evidence is most useful when its date, source, original file, and connection to a disputed fact can be shown.
Records to gather
- Original photos and video with metadata
- Incident reports and witness contact details
- Medical, repair, wage, and communication records
Questions to answer
- Who created each item and when?
- Where is the original stored?
- What fact does the item help confirm or dispute?
Avoid this mistake
Editing, renaming, or repeatedly forwarding the only copy may strip context or metadata.
Keep the state question visible
Choose a stateProcedure, definitions, coverage, and deadlines can change by jurisdiction.
Primary sources to check
Begin with the current statute text, the relevant court's rules and filing information, and any agency material tied to the defendant or insurance issue.
- USA.gov state and territory directory
- United States Courts for federal court information
- The official legislature, judiciary, and regulator for the relevant state
Source links checked August 29, 2026. A source page is a starting point; the controlling text and current court rules still need to be read.