Paul Dreher Director of Personal Insurance View Bio

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Most people wonder, what should I do after getting in a car crash? Over the lifespan of an average American, an individual will have three to four car accidents. This means, it is important to know what to do immediately after a car crash. Here are some simple tips to remember to help you in the aftermath of an automobile accident:

Stay as Calm as You Can

Most car accidents are just that – accidents. That means it is important to keep a cool head for as long as possible so you can follow the proper procedure and collect necessary information needed to file an insurance claim. Also, check for injury (yourself and any other affected parties). Even if you feel fine in the moment, injuries can stay hidden while your body is full of adrenaline from the car crash.

Call the Police

Never skip this step! Even if it is a minor accident, without a police report, it could become extremely difficult to have your insurance company understand who was at fault for the accident. This means you may become liable for an accident that wasn’t your fault. Always have the police come to collect information and provide a report of what happened. It may also be beneficial for them to interview some third party witnesses for information about what happened.

Take Photos at the Scene of the Car Accident

Photos are great evidence. Make sure you take photos of all automobiles involved. And, secure images of yourself and the other driver/passengers if any injuries will be reported. If any object or weather element caused the accident, make sure to take photos of that as well. At Lawley, photos are very beneficial evidence when we are working with you for your personal insurance claim.

Gather Information

Information you need to collect includes:

  • Driver’s name
  • Driver’s phone number
  • License plate numbers
  • Insurance information
  • Witness contact information
  • VIN number
  • Police officer name and badge number

Call Lawley

At Lawley, we are here for you 24/7. If you or a member of your family is in an auto accident, please give us a call right away. We can help make sure you gather all of the information you need to file a claim. If you’d like, we have informational brochures that outline what information we need to file a claim. Click here to download it: Lawley-Personal-Brochure-Accident-Report-2017

You can keep this brochure right in your glove box in the event of an auto accident.

Any questions? Please don’t hesitate to reach out to our Personal Insurance team and we would be happy to help.