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What to do if you get into a car accident

Posted by Kenneth Doane | Mar 02, 2017 | 0 Comments

Driving can be dangerous, even if you do everything you can do to obey the laws while you are out on Indiana's roads and highways. That is because environmental factors like the temperature can often contribute to the hazards you face while you are on the road, as can the actions of other drivers. The result is that even the safest drivers can expect to get into an accident sooner or later, and the best way to handle it is to be prepared. That way, you can face the situation and come through with everything you need to get back on your feet again.

In the first few moments

Things can be confusing immediately after an accident, which is why you want to make sure you are able to keep your bearings. Start by checking yourself for injuries. Be careful not to move too suddenly, and be aware of any places that seem numb-numbness can be a sign of injury just as surely as pain can be. If you have any passengers, you will also want to check them for injuries, and the same principle applies.

Once you know whether anyone in the car is hurt, see if it is safe to either pull the vehicle over, if that is necessary, or to get out and check it for damage, assuming you are well enough to do so. If anyone is hurt, you will need to make sure to contact 911 to get medical attention for them.

Notifying authorities and exchanging information

Once you have stabilized the situation, you will want to make sure you go through the following steps:

  • Notify law enforcement and give a statement to solidify your narrative of events
  • Exchange insurance information with the other driver
  • If necessary, arrange for towing

Once you have handled these things and the officer says you can leave the scene, it is fine to go. Sometimes, if you are injured especially, you might find that one or more of these steps is taken out of your hands. If that is the case, the best thing you can do is to take care of yourself.

If you are injured

Car accidents can cause injuries that cost thousands of dollars to recover from. The law does provide some recourse, though, and Indiana accident attorneys will understand how to help you get the compensation you need to cover the expenses you incur as a result of the accident. The sooner you seek help, the sooner you will know if you can access resources to help cover your recovery.

About the Author

Kenneth Doane

Ken is an experienced personal injury attorney and practices in southern Indiana and the metro Louisville area. Ken and his team handle every aspect of his clients' cases from pre-suit settlement negotiations through jury trial and appeal, if necessary. He has practiced for over 22 years and has ...

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