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8 Steps to Take After You've Been Rear-Ended
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No matter where you live, accidents happen, and the most common of them is one car rear-ending another. It may not cause injury, but it’s sure a headache. Here are 8 steps to take:
- Ensure Safety First
- Move your car to the side of the road
- Turn on hazard lights
- Check yourself and the other drivers or passengers for injuries
- Call 911 if medical assistance is needed
- Call the Police
- Remain legally compliant by calling the police after checking for injuries
- Provide accurate information about specific details
- File a report and ask for a copy
- Document the Scene
- Take pictures of of the damage to both vehicles
- Talk to witnesses to the accident and get their contact information
- Exchange Information with the Other Driver
- Collect essential information like name and contact, insurance, and vehicle type
- Avoid discussing who was at fault
- Notify Your Insurance Company
- Share police report and photos
- Avoid admitting fault
- Review insurance policy and claims process
- Seek Medical Attention
- Watch for delayed symptoms like back or neck pain
- Seek an evaluation, even if feeling fine
- Save doctor visits/receipts for insurance
- Repair Your Vehicle
- Review multiple repair shops and choose one based on insurance coverage
- Follow insurance process for repair approval
- Consider Legal Assistance
- Seek attorney if issues arise from other driver injuries
- Know your rights such as statute of limitations