Wednesday, 15 December 2010 01:32

Fender Bender Advice-What to do when you are involved in an accident

  1. Stop your vehicle if it safe, clear, and legal.
  2. Move you vehicle out of the traveled roadway if it is safe, clear, and legal.
  3. Turn off the ignitions of the cars involved.
  4. Make a first aid check of all individuals involved in the accident.
  5. Call the Police and, if necessary, emergency medical services.
  6. Mark the scene of the accident with flares or reflective markers.
  7. Gather all the names of individuals in the motor vehicles and people who witnessed the accident.
  8. Make a quick diagram of where the vehicle occupants were seated and indicate the vehicles direction of travel and lane. Also note the date, time. And weather conditions.
  9. Ask to see the other driver's license and write down the number.
  10. Exchange insurance company information. Do not discuss "Fault" or make statements about the accident with anyone except the Police.
  11. Get a copy of the police report of the accident from the local precinct.
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