A car accident can happen any time. Do you know what to do if you have been involved in a car accident? You must be careful about what you. Your actions – what you do and what you don’t - can affect the outcome of your injury claim.
Here’s what you should do if you are involved in a car accident. Make sure you review these steps carefully, they are vital to your case.
If anyone is injured, administer first aid and call 911 to report the accident and any injuries.
Exchange insurance information, registration numbers, driver's license numbers, phone numbers and addresses with every driver involved in the accident.
Get names, phone numbers and addresses of witnesses.
Take photographs of the accident scene and injuries.
Make sure you are treated by a doctor. Continue any medical treatment recommended by the doctor.
Report the accident to your insurance company.
Get a copy of the accident report.
Contact an attorney before making any statement to an insurance company representative or signing any release.
Car accident victims are often treated unfairly by insurance companies. The claims are either denied or delayed. This must be stopped.
Our car accident lawyers at the Burnside Law Firm specialize in car accident injury claims. From our office in Augusta GA we represent car accident injury victims throughout Georgia. We make sure car accident injury victims get the compensation they deserve. Call 1-800-569-1937 (toll free) for a free initial consultation. Our GA injury lawyers will review your case and let you know if you are entitled to compensation.