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What to Do if You Have Been in a Car Accident

The moments immediately following a serious automobile accident can be confusing, overwhelming and downright frightening, especially if the accident resulted in a fatality.

Author: Sara Goldstein

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Oftentimes, people are in a state of shock and not thinking clearly following a terrible car accident. Unfortunately, the moments immediately following the accident are critical to the outcome of a personal injury claim that may be filed later. For this reason, even though you will be confused and frightened, it is important that you take certain steps after a car accident and never admit fault at the scene of the accident or to any insurance representative or police officer. Admitting fault at the scene of an accident can have a detrimental effect on the outcome of a personal injury claim later.

What to Do After a Car Accident
Some things you should do after a car accident include:

• Seek medical attention
• Proofread the police report to ensure its accuracy
• Exchange insurance information with the other driver or drivers
• Write down the names and phone numbers of any witnesses
• Take photos of the accident scene, if possible
• Document any time lost from work
• Keep track of all medical visits and expenses related to your injuries
• Keep receipts of all expenses related to travel related to getting to your doctor appointments
• Contact an experienced car accident attorney

What You Should Not Do After a Car Accident
If you have been involved in a car accident, do not:

• Admit fault
• Agree to a settlement from any insurance company
• Speak to other driver(s)
• Give more than "yes" or "no" answers to your insurance company
• Put off contacting an experienced car accident attorney because there are statutes of limitations

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If you have been in a car accident in Greenville, Spartanburg, or Anderson, South Carolina, please visit the website of the Dick James Law Firm today to find out more about how we can help you during this difficult time.

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What to Do if You Have Been in a Car Accident