09/10/2026
WHAT TO DO IF YOU HAVE BEEN AN ACCIDENT
If you have been a car crash there are things to do and things you should not do to protect yourself:
Photograph the cars before they have been moved. Don't take just close ups of the damage; while you should do that, it is important to capture the whole scene. This also includes photographs of the interior of your car showing what item were disturbed by the force of the impact.
Call the police. Too often people try to be cordial and polite and not call the police only to find out later the at-fault driver tells a different story once a claim is made.
If you are experiencing pain or discomfort at the scene of the crash tell someone including the investigating officer.
It is very common for accidents to be witnessed by people who leave the scene and are never documented by the police. You should very politely ask people at the scene if they are willing to be contacted later and obtain name and phone number information. Most people if asked politely will agree to this
If you feel pain or discomfort, seek immediate medical attention. This does not mean you have to be carted away by an ambulance, but you should not wait.
Get insurance information from the other driver.
Photograph the scene for skid marks or debris such as broken glass or plastic.
Take photographs of bruises, cuts, lacerations etc..
DO NOT admit you were not hurt. Injuries frequently become apparent later.
DO NOT admit the impact was minor.
DO NOT admit fault.
DO NOT let the other driver leave without attempting to get relevant information.
Contact your insurance company.
Call GSW LAW at 727-895-7932 for your free consultation.
