THINGS YOU SHOULD NOT DO IF YOU ARE IN A CAR ACCIDENT

DO NOT move the cars or injured persons until police and emergency personnel arrive, unless it would be dangerous to leave the cars and persons where they are.

DO NOT let anyone talk you out of calling 911. It is everyone’s right and responsibility to report an accident.

DO NOT admit fault to the other driver or the police.

DO NOT allow anyone to leave the scene before the police arrive, but if they do, make sure you obtain as much information as you can about the other driver and vehicle.

DO NOT provide a statement to the other person's insurance company. Seek legal advice before providing any statement. Call Scott L. Anderson at 763-422-8664 .

DO NOT sign any releases or other legal documents, even with your own insurance company, without first obtaining legal advice on your rights.

THINGS YOU SHOULD DO IF YOU ARE IN A CAR ACCIDENT

DO stay calm.

DO call 911. It is important to contact police immediately, and cooperate with them at the scene. In a hit and run accident it is particularly important to report to the police immediately.

DO tell the police if you believe you have been hurt in any way, no matter how minor.

DO get all the detailed information from all parties: insurance information, policy numbers, names, phone numbers, addresses, etc.

DO ask for the police officer’s card and accident report number.

DO ask witnesses for their contact information: name, phone number, address, e-mail address, etc.

DO notify your insurance company about the accident; even if it was not your fault.

DO take photographs of your car if it has been damaged.

DO take photographs of your injuries or write down your symptoms.

DO see a doctor as soon as possible or go to hospital immediately if you believe you have been injured.

DO keep your current insurance information and our checklist with you in your vehicle.

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