The scene of an accident is often chaotic, but it is important to remain as calm as possible and take certain steps to protect your health and your legal rights. If emergency medical personnel advise you to go for emergency care, you should listen to them and seek the necessary medical treatment. If you can remain on the scene, you should do the following:
Wait for law enforcement and give them your side of the story;
Collect the names and contact information of witnesses and anyone involved in the collision;
Take photos of the scene and make notes of any unusual weather or road conditions;
Seek a medical evaluation to ensure any injuries are timely diagnosed.