Thankfully, accidents don’t happen every day. That is why when you are in a Florida motor vehicle accident, it’s important that you know exactly what to do. The following are important steps to take to ensure that your accident and injuries will be properly documented. As always, the attorneys at SouthShore Injury Attorneys can help to protect your rights after a Florida Car Accident.
10 Most Important Things To Do After a Car Accident
- Pull over to a safe spot and turn on your hazard lights
- Call the Police
- If anyone is injured, call 911
- Get information from the other driver (license, insurance, etc.)
- Tell the Police and medical personnel about all potential injuries, whether they seem significant at the time or not
- Cooperate with the Police
- Photograph the scene and all vehicles involved
- If necessary, seek medical attention as soon as possible, even if you think your injuries are only minor
- Report the accident to your insurance company (we recommend contacting an attorney first)
- Contact an attorney
If you have any questions, call us around the clock 7 days a week at 813-797-5998. We’ll be more than happy to review the details of your accident claim and help you get treated and compensated fairly.
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- Your Guide to Florida Car Accident Claims;
- The Ultimate Guide to Florida Slip and Fall Cases; and
- 5 Medical Mistakes That Will Destroy Your Personal Injury Case
which are available at our website, or you can click the link provided. You can also contact us at 813-797-5998 to talk directly to a Ruskin Personal Injury Attorney now.