What to do if you have been in an accident
Car accidents are stressful and inconvenient. There are many things that you need to do in the event of an accident so we have made this list to help you be aware of the things you should do if you are in an accident.
Get the details of all involved parties. You need to know:
- Driver's name and driver's licence details.
- Insurance company name, policy number and contact details.
- Car details and car licence plate number.
- Contact details of any witnesses including name, address, phone number and email address so that you can contact them later. Follow up with the witnesses after the accident and get their written details of the accident.
- Photos - If you are carrying a camera or mobile phone that takes pictures get photos of the accident scene, the vehicles and any injuries that were caused by the accident.
- If the police attended the scene of the accident ask for their report and incident number. Complete your own fully detailed description with the details and any pictures that you took at the scene of the accident.
- Keep track of all other expenses related to the accident: medical expenses of medications and visits: dates, times and reasons you had to visit a doctor or the hospital.
- If you have to take time off work as a result of the accident be sure to note of the time you have off of work (or school if a student). Ask your employer for written confirmation of lost income as a result of the absence.
