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. Once you have been involved in a road accident avoid leaving the scene by staying at the scene. Do not leave the scene of the accident even if you are the one that caused the accident. There are things that you need to do to protect the scene. Take the right precaution to prevent more accidents from happening. One of the best ways to do this is by setting up flares or turning the flashers on in each vehicle involved. Make sure other drivers can see you by turning on the headlights but if they are damaged use flashlights for other drivers to spot you.
Contact the police immediately after being involved in a road accident. Most insurance companies require you to report to the police in order to file a claim with the insurance company. Keep the vehicles involved in place. You should not move the vehicles unless they are a hazard to people driving on the road. Keep an accurate record of how the accident occurred. Give the police full details of the accident once they arrive. Do not give out information that you are not sure of. You also need to state if you are injured or not but if you are not sure you should say so because some injuries and symptoms become evident only after several hours. Take pictures of all the vehicles involved. State any damage on each car, any injuries are evident and photos of the accident scene itself. When seeking for the compensation you need to have proof that shows the damage on the vehicles and any injuries sustained from the ordeal. When the police do not turn out get the name and contact information for those who have been involved in the accident. Note down the contact information for all those who witnessed as the accident occurred.
You need to report the accident to your insurance company. A lot of insurance companies require their clients to notify them when they are involved in an accident and help in the investigation. Know if your insurance company covers for your medical costs. Be evaluated by a doctor even when you feel you have not been injured. 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.