Many people try not to “make a big deal” out of an accident and choose not to call 911 after a crash. Other times, the at-fault driver might pressure the victim to handle things directly and not get authorities involved. While adrenaline is running high and a victim is dealing with some degree of panic after the incident, they may agree. There are many problems with this decision, though, and the best thing that any victim can do after an accident is to call 911.
There is nothing more frustrating than to find that the at-fault driver’s story has changed after the fact, and without a police report to verify your claims, it quickly becomes your word against theirs. In addition, medical professionals must examine your injuries, and the EMTs arriving at the crash are a great first step in getting the care you need to work towards recovery.