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started by Louie Gardner on 08 Feb 12
started by Louie Gardner on 08 Feb 12
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started by Louie Gardner on 08 Feb 12
In the event you are involved in an automobile accident with another motor vehicle or pedestrian, do not leave the scene of the car accident. Leaving the scene of an accident could subject you to criminal prosecution even if the accident is not your fault.
Stop your truck and try your best to avoid endangering anyone. One you have made sure that everyone is ok, and no one is hurt, try to alert oncoming traffic with flares, reflectors, or a flashlight. If possible, place someone to flag down approaching vehicles to notify them concerning the collision.
What exactly should I do immediately after the incident?
first. If you or someone else is actually seriously injured, call 911. Don't try to be a hero. If you are seriously injured, you should seek medical help. If your injuries do require medical treatment, be sure you follow your physician's advice.
Second. It's very important so we'll say it again: Contact the police. When possible, obtain a copy of the police incident report.
3. If you're not injured and able, try to make information regarding the important specifics of the scene. Even though time may really feel like it stops immediately after an accident, witnesses can quickly leave the scene, and law enforcement will want to clear the area. Move quickly in order to:
-secure contact info, including the name, address, telephone number, as well as automobile insurance coverage pertaining to the other motorist,
-What to try and do in the event that you are hit by uninsured driver?
-identify and secure contact information for all witnesses, including name, address, and cell phone number. If possible, get a quick statement from the witness while the accident is fresh in their mind. Memories fade and a personal injury suit will probably not be brought until long after the accident occurs,
-note the make, design, color of the other motor vehicle or cars involved in the accident.
Once you are safe, generate other information you can about the collision including information about the area and how the automobile accident happened. If it helps, take a picture of the area.
step 4. Don't volunteer any kind of details about who will be at fault. Leave the obligation of placing blame for the accident on law enforcement. If the other vehicle driver admits that she or he is at fault, make note of the dialogue.
5. For those who have a cellular phone or possibly a photographic camera, take snap shots of the scene. It wouldn't be a bad idea to keep a disposable camera in the glove box. Law enforcement works to completely clean up the incident scene without delay. A photo of the accident soon after it happens may possibly prove to be very useful in the future.
After the Automobile accident
If you're hurt, the best thing that can be done is consult your physician and follow his or her recommended course of treatment.
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