If possible, turn on your hazard lights and pull your vehicle over. Call 911 immediate and ask for emergency assistance. If you’re a rideshare passenger, take a screenshot of your receipt that shows the time of the collision. Check that all parties – passengers, drivers, bystanders – are safe and unharmed. Take pictures of your injuries, any vehicles involved, nearby structures, and the entirety of the accident scene. Don’t apologize or imply fault for the accident. Exchange insurance and license information with the other driver(s). Help law enforcement officials complete their accident report. Do not leave the accident scene until the officers give you express permission. Write down the named and badge number of the responding officers. Talk to nearby witnesses and write down their contact information. Locate and visit a nearby hospital or medical care facility, even if you don’t think you’re injured. Ask the doctor to note that your injuries are due to an auto accident in your medical record. Request copies of your updated medical record and the accident report before heading home. Notify the rental car company about the accident and follow their instructions regarding the vehicle. Contact your insurance company and a qualified car accident attorney as soon as possible. Keep an ongoing record of your accident-related financial losses (receipts, bills, lost wages, etc.). Don’t accept calls from the defendant’s claims adjuster; direct them to your lawyer. Avoid posting about the collision on social media (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, etc.). Takes notes about how your injuries have affected your personal life, physical capabilities, and career.