You have just been in a car accident. The panic starts to set in. At a time like this, you certainly are not thinking or feeling your best but remembering these items will help you deal with the stress that comes after the accident. We encourage you to print out this “to do” list and keep it handy in your glove compartment. At the scene of the accident if your injuries do not warrant an ambulance ride to the hospital, please use this guide to help make sure you retrieve as much and the right information as possible.
STOP – Failure to stop is a crime. Do not obstruct traffic more than is necessary.
MEDICAL ATTENTION – Get medical attention for the injured. Ask for an ambulance to take you to the hospital if you are in need.
SAFETY – Take all precautions to prevent further accidents: flags, flares, etc.
CALL THE POLICE – Call City Police, County Sheriff, or Highway Patrol.
DON’T LEAVE – Unless you are seriously injured or have to go with an injured person, don’t leave unless the police officer leaves or tells you to leave.
UNATTENDED VEHICLES – If you collide with an unattended vehicle or other property, you must STOP as above and either locate the owner or leave a conspicuous written notice for the owner giving the name and address of the driver and owner of your vehicle, the registration notice of the vehicle you are driving, and a statement of the circumstances, and then notify the nearest police authority as soon as possible.
COMMENTS – Don’t make any comments to anyone about the accident. Cooperate with the police by stating basic facts, but don’t make admissions or give opinions.
IDENTIFICATION – Give your name, address, vehicle registration number, and upon request, exhibit your driver’s license and insurance information to any other party to the accident and to the police officer. Get the same information from the other driver(s).
WITNESSES – Get witnesses’ names, addresses, phone numbers, comments, etc.
TAKE NOTES – Make your own written notes to help you remember the facts.
SNAP PICTURES – If you have your cell phone handy, take some pictures at the scene of the accident.
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