Things can be chaotic immediately after an Auto Accident, but following some basic steps can make filing your claim a little easier:
Think about your safety and those around you before thinking about insurance; if someone is injured, call 911.
Stay calm; being in a car crash is scary but getting upset will make things worse.
There’s no need to call the police if you only have a dinged bumper or a scratched door.
If the accident is worse than a fender bender, always ask the police for a copy of the accident report. It may take up to a couple of days before it is filed. The officer’s opinion of the accident will be useful if the drivers have a dispute about who was to blame. The police report will also have the officer’s information on it in case the officer is needed to testify.
Note: Neither the other driver nor the police will need your Social Security number; don’t give it to them.
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