12/11/2025
What To Do If You Are Injured in a Car Accident
What To Do Immediately
* Take care of your injuries and get medical care.
* Take pictures of wounds, bandages, bruises, casts, hospital room and other evidence of injury.
* Take pictures of the accident scene and anything that may possibly be relevant.
* Gather the name, address, license number and phone number of all witnesses.
What To Do Next
* Charge all medical expenses to whatever medical insurance coverage you have.
* Write down your symptoms and what you are feeling each day.
* Avoid tow-yard storage fees by getting your car as quickly as you can.
* If you are too injured to work, tell your employer and document time off work.
* Open a claim with the other driver's insurance company.
Important!
* Do not speak to insurance adjusters or give any statements (other than to the police) until you talk with a lawyer.
* Do not sign any liens or releases of information without talking to an attorney.
* Get a free case evaluation by calling PATEL & SLEDGE at 334-222-CALL (2255).