Automobile Accidents: NEVER Leave the Scene - 0 views
started by Cameron Bentley on 04 Apr 12
started by Cameron Bentley on 04 Apr 12
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started by Cameron Bentley on 04 Apr 12
Should you be involved in an auto accident with another vehicle or pedestrian, do not leave the scene of the car accident. Leaving could subject you to criminal prosecution even if the accident is not your fault.
Stop your vehicle and try your best to avoid endangering anyone. One you have made sure that everyone is ok, and no one is hurt, try and advise oncoming traffic with flares, reflectors, or even a flashlight. If at all possible, place someone to flag down oncoming motor vehicles in order to notify them concerning the accident.
What exactly should I do after an automobile accident?
first. If you or anybody else is hurt, call 911. Don't try to be a hero. If you happen to be harmed, you need to seek medical assistance. If your injuries do require medical assistance, be sure to follow your physician's recommended treatment.
2. It's very important and so we'll say it once again: Call the police. If at all possible, get a copy of the police accident report.
third. If you aren't injured and able, make information of all of the important specifics of the actual scene. While time may feel like it stops immediately following an automobile accident, witnesses may quickly leave the scene, and the police will want to clear the area. Move quickly so that you can:
-secure contact information, including the name, address, phone number, along with car insurance coverage with regard to the other driver,
-What for you to do in the event that you are hit by uninsured motorist?
-identify and secure contact information for all witnesses, including name, address, and cell phone number. If possible, obtain a quick statement from the witness while the collision is still fresh in their mind. Memories fade and a personal injury suit may not be brought until long after the incident takes place,
-note the make, design, color of the other automobile or perhaps motors involved in the accident.
Once you are safe, generate extra information you are able to regarding the accident including information regarding the scene and just how the incident occurred. If it will help, take a picture of the location.
4. Do not volunteer any details regarding who's going to be to blame. Leave the obligation of placing fault for the collision on the authorities. If the other motorist admits that he/she is at fault, make note of the conversation.
5. In case you have a cellular telephone or a photographic camera, take pictures of the scene. It wouldn't be described as a bad idea to keep a disposable camera inside your glove box. Law enforcement will continue to work to clean up the car accident scene as fast as possible. A snapshot of the damage immediately after it takes place may possibly prove to be very useful in the future.
After the Crash
Should you be seriously injured, the best thing you can do is consult your doctor and follow her or his suggested course of treatment.
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