Vehicle Accidents: NEVER Leave the Scene - 0 views
started by Otto Mills on 09 Feb 12
started by Otto Mills on 09 Feb 12
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started by Otto Mills on 09 Feb 12
If you're involved in a collision with another van or pedestrian, never leave the scene of the car accident. Leaving the scene of an accident can subject you to criminal prosecution even when the collision wasn't your fault.
Stop your car or truck and try your very best to avoid endangering anyone. One you have made sure that everyone is ok, and no one is hurt, try and warn oncoming traffic with flares, reflectors, or perhaps a flashlight. If at all possible, place someone to flag down oncoming motor vehicles to alert them about the collision.
What exactly should I do after an automobile accident?
step 1. If you or someone else is harmed, call 911. Don't attempt to be a hero. If you're harmed, you must seek medical help. If your injuries do need medical attention, be sure you follow your physician's recommended treatment.
Step 2. It is extremely important and so we'll say it once again: Contact the police. If you can, obtain a copy of the police accident report.
3. If you aren't hurt and able, try to make information regarding the important specifics of the scene. Even though time might really feel like it stops immediately following a collision, witnesses can quickly leave the scene, and the police will want to clear the area. Move quickly in order to:
-secure contact information, such as the name, address, a contact number, in addition to auto insurance coverage for the other motorist,
-What for you to do in the event that you are hit by uninsured driver?
-identify and secure contact information for all witnesses, including name, address, and telephone number. If possible, get a quick statement from each witness while the accident is fresh in their mind. Memories fade and a lawsuit may not be brought until long after the collision takes place,
-note the make, design, color of the other automobile or perhaps cars and trucks involved in the accident.
Once you're safe and secure, make other notes you are able to in regards to the incident to include more information about the location and exactly how the collision happened. If it will help, take a picture of the scene.
fourth. Don't volunteer any information regarding who's going to be at fault. Leave the obligation of placing fault for the collision on the police. If the other vehicle driver admits that he or she is at fault, write down the discussion.
5. If you have a cellular phone or a digicam, take images of the scene. It wouldn't be considered a bad idea to always keep a disposable camera in your own glove box. Law enforcement will work to completely clean up the automobile accident scene as fast as possible. A picture of the accident just after it happens may prove to be very beneficial later on.
Following the Crash
If you are hurt, the best thing that can be done is talk to your doctor and follow the physician's suggested course of treatment.
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