WHAT TO DO IF YOU ARE IN A CAR ACCIDENT
(CLICK HERE TO PRINT A .PDF VERSION OF THIS PAGE YOU CAN KEEP IN YOUR GLOVE COMPARTMENT IN THE EVENT OF AN AUTO ACCIDENT)1. Check to see if you or any passengers with you were injured in the automobile accident. Do not hesitate to call “911” for medical help if anyone needs medical attention. If anyone is unconscious, it is best not to move them unless absolutely necessary as moving them could make their injuries worse. If you must move the person, make sure to keep their head and neck supported the entire time.
2. Safely get out of the way of traffic. If your car is does not work, turn on your warning lights or open your hood to warn other drivers in the area. Your safety is most important.
3. Call the police if the auto accident involves damage, injury or death.
4. Obtain information from the all other drivers and witnesses involved in the car accident, including:
- Name:
- Address:
- City:
- Telephone:
- Insurance Company:
- Policy Number:
5. Obtain police officers information:
- Name:
- Badge Number:
- City:
6. Write down accident information:
- Date:
- Time:
- Other car description:
- Make:
- Model:
- Year:
- Color:
- State:
- License Plate Number:
7. As long as it can be done safely, suggest that you take pictures of everything, including but not limited to all vehicles in the automobile accident as well as the location of the automobile accident. It is a good idea to keep a disposable camera in your glove compartment or trunk. If there are no other cameras available, use your or someone else’s cell phone camera. Pictures may help your automobile insurance company determine how much you should be paid for your injuries.
8. Schedule an appointment with your doctor. Sometimes there are injuries right after an accident takes place. Many people who are injured do not realize it right after an accident, so it is always wise to see your doctor to make sure you are ok.
9. Before speaking to the insurance company, consult an attorney. Many times the insurance companies will try to settle for less than you deserve, especially when injuries are involved. It is a great idea to find out all of your options with a FREE telephone or office consultation from Former Insurance Company Automobile Accident Attorney Michael Pines to discuss your legal rights.
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