An accident can create a rush of medical, insurance, and practical decisions. The goal of this guide is to make the next steps easier to understand.
Start with safety and care
Move to a safe place when possible and seek appropriate medical evaluation. Some symptoms develop over time, so avoid assuming that an injury is minor based only on how you feel at the scene.
Preserve what you can
Photographs, witness details, vehicle information, a collision report, medical paperwork, and a simple timeline can help preserve what happened.
Be careful with insurance communications
Provide necessary notice, but consider getting advice before giving a detailed recorded statement or signing a broad medical authorization.
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