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How To Protect Cell Phone Evidence - After THE Crash

Experiencing a motor carrier accident is a traumatic event. It is common to collect and preserve evidence in the form of photos of the wreck, witness statements, alcohol and drug testing, electronic logs, and ECMs (Electronic Control Module) data in…

How To Protect Cell Phone Evidence - After THE Crash

Experiencing a motor carrier accident is a traumatic event. It is common to collect and preserve evidence in the form of photos of the wreck, witness statements, alcohol and drug testing, electronic logs, and ECMs (Electronic Control Module) data in the midst of the chaos.

However, mobile phone evidence is often overlooked.

Why is this the case?

First, I am going to explain the two main reasons cell phone evidence is often overlooked, then we will explore some best practices to lay a foundation, and then I am going to tell you exactly how to handle the driver's cell phone following a trucking accident case.

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