After being involved in a road accident you need to collect enough evidence and get full detailed of the accident. Getting adequate information is crucial especially if you plan to file a personal injury claim. Below are some of the steps that you need to take after being involved in a road accident. Stay at the scene of the accident after you have been involved in an accident. Do not leave the scene of the accident even if you are the one that caused the accident. No one should tamper with anything at the scene of the accident. If you do not have severe injuries from the accident it is important to help prevent further accidents. You can set up flares or turn the flashers of the vehicles involved in the accident. When it is dark outside you need to turn the headlights on and if they won’t come on you can use a flashlight to ensure other drivers can see you as they approach where you are.
Call the police and notify them that you have been involved in a road accident. In some instances you may need to file a police report to file a claim with your insurance company. Do not remove any vehicle at the scene of the accidents. You should not move the vehicles unless they are a hazard to people driving on the road. Keep full information of events leading to the accident. Let the officers know exactly what happened once the police arrive. Do not give out information that you are not sure of. State the injuries sustained but when not surely say you are not sure since some symptoms and injuries are felt some days after the accidents. You need to try and capture photos of all the vehicles involved. Take pictures that show any damage on the vehicles m injuries from the accident and the scene itself. Such details are critical when seeking compensation for the damages and injuries sustained from the accident. When the police do not turn out get the name and contact information for those who have been involved in the accident. Get contact information of any witnesses that could be at the scene.
You need to report the accident to your insurance company. It is a requirement to notify the insurance company when you are involved in an accident and collaborate with them as they investigate. Find out if you have medical benefits as part of the coverage. If you feel you have not sustained any injury go for a medical checkup. A doctor should check you to find out if you have any injuries which you may not be feeling at the moment. Minor injuries, when not treated, can lead to permanent damage of the neck and spinal cord. In most cases when involved in a car accident the pain may be felt after several days hence the need to be accessed by a medical professional to ensure you are out of any danger.