Being
in a car accident can be a scary situation. Your adrenaline will probably kick
in and your emotions may be high. Here are some tips to help you after a car
accident.
1.
Safety
First.
· Make sure you and everyone in your car is okay.
Do not move anyone who is unconscious or in critical condition…wait for medical
personnel to do this.
·
Turn on your hazard lights.
·
Before getting out of your car, make sure it is
safe to do so.
2.
Call the
Police. Even if no one is hurt, you can still call the police non-emergency
number 311. If someone is in critical condition, call 911.
3.
Collect
Information.
·
You will want to write down the license plate
number, make and model of the other vehicles involved in the accident in case
they drive off.
·
Write down the driver’s address and driver’s
license number.
·
Get the insurance information for the other car.
You will want to write the name, address, and phone number of the insurance
company. Write down the other driver’s insurance policy number.
4. Take
Pictures. Take pictures of all cars and vehicles that were in the accident.
Photograph the scene of the accident to show where the cars were before the
accident. If your cell phone does not have a camera, keep a disposable camera
in your car.
5. Talk to
Witnesses. If anyone saw the accident, get the person’s name, address, and
phone number. Ask the witness to write down what he or she saw.
6. Don’t
Admit To Anything. Even if you believe the accident is your fault, do not
admit to this. You do not have all of the information to know if the other
driver was breaking the law causing the accident. When talking to the police,
stick to the facts. If you are given a ticket for the accident, sign the ticket
and do not argue with the police officer.
7. Leave the
Scene. If the police arrive at the scene of the accident, ask the police
officer before you leave. If the police do not come to the scene of the
accident, leave after you have calmed down and gotten all the information necessary
to document the accident.
8.
Seek
Medical Attention. Even if you do not think you have been injured, it is a
good idea to talk to a doctor to make sure you do not have any injuries.
Sometimes it will take a day or two before you feel the pain caused in the
accident.
9.
Tell Your
Insurance Company. Let your insurance company know that you have been
involved in a car accident, but do not give them a recorded statement or sign
anything before contacting Alessi Law.
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