by Nathan Michael - Posted 3 years ago
Accidents happen on the road even to the best of drivers.
The key is to respond and react appropriately as to minimize the stress and
ensure a timely resolution. Here’s what we recommend:
Be
prepared. While it may be unpleasant to think
about, having some things on hand can help if and when things go awry. Put your
most important info in the glovebox (ID cards, vehicle registration, emergency
contacts, health insurance cards, etc.). Always have a car charger or extra battery
on hand so you can easily make a call to the police or family.
Keep
your cool. Regardless of who’s at fault, you are
best served to stay calm, cool and collected. Move your car to a safe nearby
location, but be careful not to leave the scene. Check to see if anyone is
injured and call 911 if necessary. Contact the police in all situations.
They’ll let you know if an officer needs to arrive on the scene. If your car
isn’t drivable, you can request roadside assistance.
Document,
document, document! Exchange names, phone numbers,
addresses and email addresses of all occupants and witnesses. Take photos of
the accident scene and all vehicles involved. Exchange relevant insurance information,
like company name, policy number and phone number to file a claim.
We hope you never have to experience a car accident, but
just know that even the most experienced of drivers have bad days. Stay safe
out there!