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Are you wondering what to do after you get in a car accident? Not to worry! In this guide, we’ll go over steps to take after a collision.
Want to learn more? Keep reading to find out.
What to Do Right Away
Turn on your hazard lights but stop your car and turn off the engine. Take note if you have any injuries. If you’re injured call today to make sure you find a reputable doctor.
If this is a minor accident with no injuries, still write down notes. Another driver might try to claim for an injury down the road, so you want to have a detailed record.
Call the police right away. If anyone’s hurt, call an ambulance as well. The situation’s stressful but try and stay calm. The other driver’s feeling the same way.
Discuss the Car Accident with Police
If the driver leaves, you’ll want to try and get their license plate. Make sure you don’t forget to call the police. You could lose points on your license or get a fine. Tell the police officer if you believe the driver was using a substance.
Swap Information with the Other Driver
Provide your address and name to those involved in the accident. Make sure you exchange insurance details with the other driver. If there were witnesses, try and get any details they have about the incident.
Find out if the driver was the owner of the vehicle. If they aren’t, ask them for the owner’s contact information.
Details You Should Write Down
Record the color, make, model, and license plate of the vehicle. You can also take pictures of the vehicles involved in the incident.
Write down what time and day the accident occurred. Are the roads quite bumpy or filled with potholes? Also, take note of whether it’s a sunny or cloudy day.
Next, you’ll want to take note of the damage to your car. Write down everything you notice. This is the information you’ll provide to your insurance company later on.
Record the contact details and names of witnesses from the scene. Take as many pictures as you can of the damage to both cars and the scene.
Call Your Insurance Provider
You’ll want to ring up your insurance company at the time of the accident. Provide them with your policy number or personal contact information.
Give the driver’s name, number, and address along with their registration number. If you have the insurance details of the other driver, tell your provider.
Your insurance agent can help you through the process of filing your claim after an accident.
Want to Learn More?
We hope you found this guide on steps to take after a car accident helpful. Make sure you call the police right away and record as much information as possible.
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