Whether you are at fault or not, there are several steps you should always take immediately after you are involved in a car accident to protect yourself.
Move your vehicle and make sure you and your passengers are not in need of immediate medical attention.
Call 911 for medical attention if needed. Otherwise, call the police to the scene.
Collect the other driver’s information for future reference. This information includes their name, phone number, address, driver’s license number, license plate and insurance information.
Be careful not to apologize or admit fault in any way. Comments at this time can be used against you later.
Report the accident to your insurance company.
Keep an eye on your physical well-being as some side effects appear after the initial trauma.
Speak with a personal injury lawyer to protect yourself from any opposing insurance companies or lawyers.