What to Do Immediately After a Car Accident
When you've been in an accident, there are certain things you have to do immediately. Let's take a look at the steps you need to take when involved in an accident.
Being involved in an accident is not something you want to think about, but unfortunately it happens. But when you are involved in an accident, there are certain things you should do immediately. It's often a legal requirement for certain things to happen, and you can be fined if you don't do them.
Phoning the Police and Emergency Services
One of the first things you should do when involved in an accident is phone the police and emergency services if needed. Assess the situation and see if anyone is injured. If they are, phone emergency services as well. The police should especially be informed if a car is blocking the road.
Collecting Information
The next step is to collect the other drivers' information. This is needed for insurance purposes and the likelihood of a claim being started. You should collect the name, addresses and contact details of the other parties involved in the accident. This should be done as soon as possible.
Giving Your Details
You should also give your details to anyone involved in the accident, even if it was not your fault. This is for record purposes and to settle any claims that may arise afterwards. Even if you crash into a parked car you should still leave your details in a note.