7 Steps to Take After a Car Accident

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7 Steps to Take After a Car Accident
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• If you have been involved in a car accident,
  especially where there was substantial damage,
  its important to secure the services of an
  experienced attorney who can help you obtain
  compensation. At the law firm of Price, Petho
  Associates P.L.L.C., you will find a team of
  attorneys dedicated to helping car crash victims
  in Charlotte.
• Charlotte car accident lawyers are relentless
  about getting results for their clients and have
  a track record for helping them obtain
  satisfactory outcomes.

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Step 1
There are several steps you can take directly
following your accident to ensure your continued
safety and to help prove liability later down the
road.

• Move to a Safe Area
• (If Possible)

If the automobile accident is relatively minor,
move vehicles out of traffic to a safe location.
Park your vehicle, turn off the engine, and turn
on the safety hazards. If moving your car isnt
an option, turn on your hazard lights to warn
other motorists to move around the scene of the
crash.
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Step 2 Check for Injuries
Check yourself for any injuries, then check your
passengers if they suffered any harm. If any
serious injuries are evident, seek immediate
medical attention by contacting an ambulance.
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Step 3
Call the Police
Even if there are only minor injuries involved in
the collision, it is wise to contact law
enforcement. An officer can provide a police
accident report that can be used as valuable
evidence when dealing with car insurance
companies and other parties. Only describe how
the accident occurred and avoid admitting fault
or blaming the other drivers involved. If you do
not know the facts, let the officer know. Allow
law enforcement to objectively determine who is
to blame and how the events transpired.
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Step 4 Gather Information
Collect the following information from others
involved in the crash

• Names and contact information (i.e. phone numbers
  and addresses) of drivers and passengers
  involved, as well as eyewitnesses
• Vehicle descriptions (i.e. make, model, year, and
  color)
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• License plate numbers
• Drivers license numbers
• Insurance companies and policy numbers
• Police officers name and badge number
• Accident scene address and/or location

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Step 5
Document The Scene

• Whether you use the camera on your smartphone or
  a portable digital version, take photographs of
  the accident scene. Pictures are considered one
  of the most convincing pieces of evidence in a
  car accident claim or personal injury lawsuit.
  Snap photos of each vehicle, the damage involved
  (both exterior and interior), license plates, any
  injuries, skid marks, road conditions, street
  signs and traffic lights, and the entire scene of
  the collision.

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Step 6
Report the Accident

• Notify your insurer and start the claims process
  immediately at the scene. Just like speaking to
  the police, only provide the basic details and do
  not admit fault. If you are too upset by the
  accident, sometimes a police officer and provide
  your insurance company with more accurate
  information.

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Step 7
Hire an Attorney

• If you have been injured in the crash, you must
  consult an experienced Charlotte car accident
  lawyer. An attorney can protect your rights and
  best interests against other parties and
  insurance companies. He/she can determine your
  available legal options and help you obtain
  compensation for your injuries and property
  damage.

Larry E. Price
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