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One of the most common reasons for death and injury in the United States is car
accidents. Traffic accidents cause half of deaths among people ages 15 to 44, and are the leading cause of death for
people between the ages of 15 and 29. Furthermore, more than 500 people over the age of 65 are injured every day in car
accidents.
The time immediately following a car accident can be very stressful, but it’s important to know that that time is
crucial. You’ll need to get treated for your injuries, call the police and insurance companies, and find a auto accident
lawyer.
The first thing you need to do immediately following a car accident is try to stay calm. Move to a safe place if
you can and seek medical treatment immediately. Even if you are not sure whether or not you were injured in the
accident, it’s very important to get checked over by a medical professional. Make sure that he or she documents
all of your injuries.
After you have sought medical treatment, you need to notify the right people that the accident occurred. You
should first call the police to report the accident and to be able to file an official report. In many cases,
you won’t be able to file an insurance claim without one, and it’s illegal in many states to leave the scene of
a car accident without reporting it. You’ll also need to call your insurance company to file the claim itself.
One of the most commonly asked questions about car accidents is Do I need a personal injury lawyer? The short
answer is yes. Finding a good lawyer should be a priority after an accident, since he or she will be able to
help you file a claim and offer expert counsel and representation. Additionally, car accident lawyers usually
have experience negotiating with insurance companies.
Do you have any other advice for what to do immediately following a car accident?
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This page has been written, edited, and reviewed by a team of legal writers following our comprehensive editorial guidelines. This page was approved by Founding Partner, Gary Burger who has more than 30 years of legal experience as a practicing personal injury trial attorney. Gary’s robust legal knowledge is recognized by his peers as demonstrated by his industry awards and frequent Continuing Legal Education (CLE) lectures.
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