How to Take Action After a Car Accident

U.S. Department of Transportation statistics indicate that there were nearly 7 million car accidents in 1997. If you drive, the odds are good that you will have to file a car insurance claim at some point.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Police Report
• Telephones
• Car Insurance
• Spiral Notebooks
• Writing Pens
• Cameras
• Cameras

1. Seek aid for any apparent injuries.

2. Call the police.

3. Notify security if the accident occurs on private property.

4. Give the authorities complete and accurate information.

5. Ask that a written report be made and get the report's identifying number.

6. Secure the names, addresses and driver's license numbers of other involved parties.

7. Get the other car's license number and state of issue.

8. Call your insurance agent and relay the pertinent information.

9. Discuss with your agent whether to file a claim through your own insurance company or pursue a liability claim against the other party.

Tips & Warnings

• Take a picture of the vehicles and accident scene if you have a camera.
• Find and secure names of witnesses.
• Do not admit fault or discuss the accident with other involved parties.
• Don't leave the scene of an accident until all relevant information has been exchanged.

[newyork]

on 7/6/2008 Interesting tips there. You can also find useful legal resource related to Colorado Personal Injury and Colorado Car Accident Injury Lawyers at http://personal-injury.hi5lawyers.com/US/Colorado/

It is important to ensure that you get best compensation for your accident. If you get injured within Colorado region, then you must contact a Colorado personal injury law firm.

[Starlet72]

on 5/7/2008 Follow this link for a complete checklist written by one of the best car accident attorneys in New York:

http://www.1800nowhurt.com/Default.aspx?tabid=853

(you may have to copy and paste the link into your browser)

Once you follow the link and read the instructions, call this lawyer directly for free additional advice and a consultation. I did and he took my case and won be a substantial settlement for my injuries. It was the best decision I ever made!

[Starlet72]

on 5/7/2008 Follow this link for a complete checklist written by one of the best car accident attorneys in New York:

http://www.1800nowhurt.com/Default.aspx?tabid=853

(you may have to copy and paste the link into your browser)

Once you follow the link and read the instructions, call this lawyer directly for free additional advice and a consultation. I did and he took my case and won be a substantial settlement for my injuries. It was the best decision I ever made!

[choicearizona]

on 2/23/2008 www.arizonahomeownerinsurance.biz/arizona_auto_insurance.php
I was rear ended less than a week ago.Initially you let the other insurer handle the claim. But I would never hesitate to start a claim with my own insurer and let them settle with the other company

[choicearizona]

on 2/8/2008 http://www.arizonaautohomelifeinsurance.com/builderarizonacc/ArizonaGlendale/index.php

I get calls from clients about accidents where the other driver wants to settle out of the insurance claims arena. I simply suggest to put a time line on it. I've seen clients get drug out on those situations. Don't let hat happen to you.