What Not to Do After a Car Accident
Accidents are stressful, and you’re often forced to make quick decisions. In the chaos, it’s easy to make missteps — but there are certain mistakes you should be careful to avoid.
Admitting Blame
You will need to make a report with the police and you’ll need to talk with the insurance company. For your own best interest, you need to make sure you do not admit blame for the accident. Admitting blame can keep you from receiving compensation from the insurance. This means you may not receive coverage for any injuries, damages, or lost wages due to injuries. It can be difficult to gauge the extent of your injuries or damages to your vehicle in the moment. You don’t want to underestimate them, admit blame, and then be left without a way to cover them. Whenever you make a report, to the police or the insurance company, make sure you use objective facts to explain what happened.
Failing to Report the Accident
In many cases, people will not call the police if there are no injuries. However, you always need to call the police and report the accident. This report will include all details of the accident, including evidence, and it will help to establish fault. This will be important for when you negotiate with the insurance companies and if a lawsuit is filed. When you report the accident, you need to make sure you provide all important evidence and facts related to the incident.
Do Not Leave the Scene
Even if you are concerned about the trouble that may be caused by an accident, you should not leave the scene of the accident. When an accident occurs, it is important for all parties to remain present until the police arrive. The police will make their report and they will call in other emergency services as well. If you leave before a report is made, then you may be charged with a hit and run or another similar crime.
A lot happens in the aftermath of an accident. It can be difficult to navigate everything, so it’s important to keep in mind the things you should avoid. Knowing what you should and should not do can keep you from any unnecessary trouble.
If you need help after an accident, contact a car accident lawyer.
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