In the event of an Auto Accident:
Stop your vehicle and move it to a position of safety.
The law requires you to stop at the accident scene.
Check all parties for injuries and call for medical assistance
if needed.
Exchange information with the other parties involved in
the accident. Names, addresses, telephone numbers, type and ownership
of vehicles, insurance information and description of damages
are important information to obtain.
Try to identify any witnesses. Obtain their names, addresses
and telephone numbers.
Call the police. The police will advise you if their response
to the scene is not necessary.
Do not admit fault to anyone as there could be multiple
factors contributing to an accident.Give factual details of your
recollection of the accident and cooperate with the police in
providing answers to their questions.
If your vehicle needs to be towed, request that it be
removed to a repair shop of your choice.
As soon as possible, contact
the company carrying your insurance to report the loss. Refer
to the phone list.
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