What to Do After An Auto Accident

What to Do After an Auto Accident

Of course the last thing on anyone mind is that they will be injured in a vehicle accident.  Auto accidents happen ever single day.  Accidents are unexpected, traumatic and sometimes fatal.

I always tell my kid’s it’s not your driving I don't trust it’s the other guy's. You can be as careful as you can however you can never predict what mistakes the other drivers may make that can lead to a crash

If you are in an accident, you will need time to recover from your injuries. A good personal injury attorney can help you do just that while putting your mind at ease. The first step is in the events of an accident it to report the accident to your own insurance company and file your claim.

Prior to any accident you should always think safety first. Be Prepared


Your vehicle should be equipped with cones, warning triangles, or emergency flares to help alert oncoming traffic of the accident.

Always have a pen /note with any relevant medical information for you and your family in the events of an emergency.

After an Accident

Stay calm.
Call an ambulance
Move to a safe place so as not to be in double jeopardy to traffic.
Turn on hazard lights and use cones, warning triangles or flares for safety.
Always call the police
Contact your insurance company

Do not sign any document
Do not admit guilt
Jot down notes about the accidents
Take pictures of damages to the vehicles involved, witness information, etc.
Do not talk to the other guys insurance -- Have your lawyer do that.
Do not leave accident scene.


DO NOT wait one or two weeks to see a doctor
HIRE A PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEY ASAP!
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