DO:- TAKE PICTURES
- Contact your insurance company
- Write a complete description of the accident while it's fresh in your mind.
- Have even minor damage fixed. Letting your car go unrepaired can cost you in the long run.
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DON'T:- Never discuss accident details with anyone other than the police and insurance company.
- Don't be fooled by a lower estimate. You have the right to choose the body shop. Don't sign a release until every detail is repaired to your satisfaction.
- Never allow your car to be towed to a repair shop you are not familiar with. Don't authorize repairs by signing a tow release unless you have decided to have your car repaired by the shop it's being towed to.
If you have been in a collision, follow these simple steps to ensure your physical and legal safety.
1 CONTACT AUTHORITIES
CALL 911 if people are injured. Notify your supervisor if you are driving a company vehicle.
2 STAY SAFE
Remain calm. Stop Safely. Ensure you are in a safe location, turn emergency lights on. Watch for oncoming traffic.
3 DON'T APOLOGIZE
An apology can imply fault. Never admit fault. If you have to say something, ask "Are you okay?"
4 GET WITNESSES
Gather witness information.
5 PROVIDE CONTACT INFO
Gather contact and insurance information for other involved drivers.
6 RECORD THE FACTS & TAKE PHOTOS
Take pictures of the damage and scene from multiple angles. Document what you accurately know. (Weather or road conditions, officer information, report # etc.)
7 NOTIFY INSURANCE
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