What to Do if in an Accident...

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WHAT TO DO IN A CAR ACCIDENT- At The Accident Scene

1. Stop . . . do not leave the scene of the accident
CALL THE POLICE, tell them where the accident occurred and ask for medical help if needed.
2. Get names, addresses, and license numbers of all drivers involved.
3. Get description and registration number and insurance information of all cars involved.
License Plate Number __

4. Get names and addresses of all witnesses (other than passengers)
Witnesses will be a tremendous help to you in any subsequent court action, if there is any question of liability involved. Get the names and addresses of as many witnesses as possible. If they refuse to identify themselves, jot down the license plate numbers of the their automobiles.

5. Accident Information - Write down while waiting for Police
Date __ Time __
Location __
No. of vehicles involved __
Weather __
Road conditions __
Damage __
Speed of the other car __

6. Summary of accident __

7. Diagram of accident

8. If anyone is injured call an ambulance. If you have any reason to suspect you were injured in the accident, go to a hospital or see a physician promptly. You'll want it on record that you sought treatment right away -not in a week or so .

9. Write down name of Police Officers, Department and Badge Number

10. Do not assign or accept blame for the accident.
- The scene of the accident is not the place to determine fault. Discuss the accident only with the police, your attorney and with representatives of your insurance company. Give the other party only your drivers license number, registration number and insurance information.
- Be cooperative with the police.

11. Seek hospital/ medical attention.

12. Call your insurance company to report the accident.

13. Call a personal injury attorney, not a real estate attorney :
Call Kenneth A. Vercammen- Trial Attorney
Attorney At Law
(732) 572-0500
When you need help the most, we will be ready to help you.

14. Never give a signed statement to the claims adjuster representing the other driver's insurance company. The same goes for a phone recording. They may be used against you in court to deny your claim. Speak with your personal injury attorney first