Knowing what to do in the case of a car crash can make the incident less stressful. Below are steps to take if you are involved in an accident.<\/p>\n
Key Takeaways<\/strong><\/p> Stop, even if it is a minor incident, do not leave the scene, Check to see if the passengers in your car and any others Move to a safe area if possible, a shoulder, sidewalk, side street or parking lot. Put your car in park, turn off the engine and put on your hazards. Place triangles or flares out if necessary, to warn other drivers.<\/p>\n Call police to the scene. AAA<\/a> recommends calling the police, no matter what either party says and filing a police report. If the police do not come to the scene, you can file a report by visiting a local police station. A police report can be invaluable to the claim process and help establish who is at fault.<\/p>\n Gather information, be sure to get:<\/p>\n Drivers Vehicle Driver\u2019s Insurance Eyewitness Accident Police Document the scene with photos<\/p>\n \u201cEven if you forgot information or feel like you said the Contact your insurance provider and file a claim.<\/p>\n GreatFlorida Insurance<\/a> is there for you even in the most stressful of times. If you are looking for dependable auto insurance<\/a>, contact us today.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.greatflorida.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/car-accident-statistics-71x300.png\")
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\nyou could be subject to criminal charges.<\/p>\n
\ninvolved are ok, or do you need medical assistance? Even if someone feels dizzy,
\nit is good to call an ambulance. If someone is hurt, do not move them.<\/p>\n
\nand passengers\u2019 names and contact information<\/em><\/p>\n
\ndescriptions- make, model, year<\/em><\/p>\n
\nlicense numbers and license plate numbers<\/em><\/p>\n
\ncompanies and policy numbers<\/em><\/p>\n
\nname and contact information<\/em><\/p>\n
\nscene location and\/ or address<\/em><\/p>\n
\nofficer\u2019s name and badge number<\/em><\/p>\n
\nwrong thing, don\u2019t worry, just try and stay calm,\u201d says Dustyn Shroff<\/a>, Vice President
\nof GreatFlorida Insurance<\/a>, Florida\u2019s
\ntop independent auto
\ninsurance<\/a> agency.<\/p>\n
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