What should I do after getting into a car accident?
The minutes after a car accident resulting in a personal injury can be a scary time, filled with confusion and sometimes more questions than answers. The Law Office of Robert L. Ward wants to do everything in our power to make sure you get the settlement you deserve.
What to do after a car accident:
- Check for any injuries. If you have any, immediately make note of them.
- Call the non-emergency line for the local police
- Exchange information with the other driver or drivers involved in the accident
- Take photos of the scene and all the vehicles involved. Make sure to photo any and all damages
- Call your insurance company as soon as you can
- Get medical attention for any injuries as soon as possible
- Hire an attorney
It is best to keep a record of anything that occurred at the scene of an accident, just in case there is any dispute about what happened at any point during the resolution process.