{"id":8544,"date":"2023-03-30T15:55:07","date_gmt":"2023-03-30T22:55:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tariolawmtvernon.com\/?p=8544"},"modified":"2023-09-13T13:56:21","modified_gmt":"2023-09-13T20:56:21","slug":"what-to-do-after-car-accident","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tariolawmtvernon.com\/what-to-do-after-car-accident\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Do After a Car Accident?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

After a car accident, it is natural to have an adrenaline rush that makes it hard to think clearly. It\u2019s a very stressful situation that can make us drop our guard when we really need to keep our cool. If you are involved in a collision, it is very important to take appropriate steps to make sure everyone is safe, to follow the law, and to give yourself the best chance of a fair injury settlement. Being familiar with what to do after a car accident before you get in an accident gives you the best chance of taking the right steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What to Do After a Car Accident?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you are involved in a car accident, take these steps to help protect yourself:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Check for injuries. If you are seriously injured, try not to move and wait for help. If you are well enough to move, check on your passengers and the people in the other vehicle.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    2. Move off the road. If you can still drive your car and it is blocking traffic, it\u2019s best to pull over onto the side of the road. Once parked, turn off your engine and turn on your hazard lights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    3. Call the police\/911 and wait at the scene for help. This is important, even for a minor car accident. Once officers arrive, take down their names and badge numbers for future reference.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    4. Exchange insurance, driver\u2019s license, and contact information with the other driver(s) involved in the accident. Do not admit fault (even partial fault) to the other driver.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    If the other driver flees the scene, immediately write down anything you can about them, including the make, model, and color of their vehicle. A license plate number is ideal but even a partial number can be helpful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n