Steps to Protect Your Health, Rights, and Financial Recovery After an Accident
Knowing what to do after a crash is important to your wellbeing and the success of your case.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Ensure that a police report is made as soon as possible after the collision and request a copy of the police report.
- Obtain the name and address of the other driver(s) involved in the collision, along with the name of their insurance company, policy number, driver’s license number, and plate number.
- Obtain the names, addresses, and phone numbers of witnesses who saw the collision.
- Report the collision to your insurance company.
- Take photographs of the damage to all vehicles if possible.
- Take photographs of the scene of the collision.
- Do not speak with the other driver(s), their insurance company, investigator, or any witnesses.
- Keep a log of all medical treatment and bills, as well as physical complaints.
- Attend any traffic court hearings for citations issued to the other driver pertaining to liability.
- Do not talk to insurance companies without consulting an experienced auto accident attorney.
- Retain an attorney experienced in motor vehicle accidents at your earliest opportunity to protect your rights.
- Do not listen to non-lawyers or anyone not directly involved with your case. Every accident case is unique, and what was best for someone else may not be best for you.
