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If you’re hurt in a traffic collision, don’t ride away or shake off what seems like a minor injury—you might find later that it’s worse than you thought. If you’re a victim of or a witness to a traffic collision, here are the steps to take:
- Call the police. If needed, get medical help immediately.
- Get the following information from every vehicle: driver name, address, phone number, driver’s license number, license plate number, make of car, insurance company name and policy number.
- Get the names and phone numbers of witnesses.
- Get the police report number from po-lice on the scene.
- Write down how the accident happened while it’s fresh in your memory.
- Keep (or photograph) any damaged clothes or equipment.
Also, if you’re a victim:
- Don’t get mad at the scene. Keep a level head so you can ask questions and take notes.
- If you’re injured, don’t move unless you’re sure you won’t injure yourself more.