Car accidents are inconvenient and unexpected. Knowing what to do in the moments after the accident can help you minimize the damage and get back to your normal life as soon as possible. If you are involved in an accident, be sure to take the following steps:
Call the Police
Even if no one was injured and there is minimal damage, you should always call the police after a car accident. If possible, you should move the vehicles out of the road before you call. Calling the police gives you an official report that you can show to the insurance company. You might also want to take pictures of the scene and of the damage so you have your own proof of what happened.
Exchange Information
You should always exchange information with the other driver no matter who was at fault. Get the driver’s full name, address, and phone number, and keep that information somewhere safe. You should also copy down their insurance information so you can call to make a claim when you are ready.
Call Your Insurance Company
Call your insurance company as soon as possible so they can start working on the necessary paperwork for your claim. If the accident was the fault of the other driver, your insurance company can contact their insurance company to take care of the problem.
Request a Tow Truck
If you cannot safely drive your car, you have to find a way to get it away from the accident scene. When everything is finished at the collision location, you should call for a tow truck to come to you and bring your car to another destination.
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