Car Accident
Thousands of people suffer injuries that were sustained in a car accident every year in the United States but many do not know what to do immediately after an auto accident occurs.
If you are involved in an auto accident, there are a few things you should do right away unless you are seriously injured and unable to do so.
- Whether the accident is your fault or someone else’s fault, do not leave the scene of the accident. Stay there until law enforcement arrives.
- Contact the police so they can investigate the crash, even if it is a very minor accident.
- You should check on passengers in your vehicle as well as the other driver involved in the accident and that person’s passengers. Call for an ambulance if one is needed.
- Be sure to exchange information, including the name, address, and phone numbers of others involved in the crash. Be sure to also jot down the other driver’s license and license plate numbers as well as their insurance information along with the names and badge numbers of officers at the scene.
- Obtain contact information for any witnesses to the accident.
- Take photos of the accident scene.
If you are injured in a car accident, you should enlist the help of a personal injury attorney who can assist you in recouping any lost wages if you have to be off work for a period of time. He or she can also advise you on court proceedings, including a personal injury lawsuit if necessary, to repair or replace your vehicle as well as pay for your medical bills and lost wages.
The trusted and experienced personal injury attorneys at Fajardo Law LLC are available to represent you in your car accident injury case. Contact the office today to make an appointment.