What to do After an Auto Accident

If you are involved in a car accident, motorcycle accident, truck accident or any other auto accident, make sure you do the following:

1.     Check to see that you and all passengers are safe.  Call 911 immediately if anyone is injured or there is any damage to the vehicle.

2.     Be safe before doing anything else.  If possible, pull your car out of traffic to the side of the road if you can do so safely.  Getting out of the car in the middle of the road can result in additional accidents and injuries. If your car cannot be moved safely, remain in the car until the police or fire department arrives.

3.     If you are able to exit the car safely, exchange insurance and contact information with the other driver.  Also, take down notes as to the driver's license plate number, color make and model of their car and note any observations about the other driver such as any possible intoxication.

4.     Do not tell anyone that the accident was your fault, even if you think it was.

5.     If possible, take photographs of the scene and the car damage with a camera or your cell phone.  If there are any skit marks, try to  take photos if you can do so safely.

6.     If there are any witnesses, it is very important to obtain their names, addresses and phone numbers.  Often, proving your case in court may come down to what the witnesses observed.

7.     File a Police Report if the police do not respond to the scene.  A police report will document any car damage or injuries you have   sustained and will allow you to file an insurance claim.

8.     If you are injured, or the emergency responders suggest that you go to the Emergency Room, do so immediately.  Often times, adrenaline will kick in during the accident and you may not realize the extent of your injuries until days or weeks later.  It is vital to document your injuries as soon as possible with a medical provider.

9.     Contact Welcenbach Law Offices to speak to an attorney to discuss your rights and obligations after an accident.

10.   Welcenbach Law Offices will contact your insurance company.  You must cooperate with them in their investigation of the accident  and your injuries.

Contact the Milwaukee personal injury and car accident lawyers of Welcenbach Law Offices, S.C. at 414-774-7330 for a free consultation.