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Auto accidents are unexpected and can be stressful. When you are in an accident there are some good things to remember. Here is some auto accident education to help out.
- Take a deep breath and try to stay calm.
- Check for injuries and call an ambulance when in doubt.
- If the accident is minor, move the vehicles to a safe place and out of traffic.
- Turn your vehicles hazard lights on and use cones, warning triangles or flares for safety.
- Call the police, even if the accident is minor.
- Call us between 8am and 5pm for help! We will tow your vehicle and get you back on with your day. (After business hours, call ABC Towing & Recovery at (727) 536-1219.)
- Notify your insurance agent immediately.
- Do not sign any document unless it is for the police or for your own insurance agent.
- Make immediate notes about the accident, including specific damages to all vehicles involved, witness information and any other facts or details about the accident.
- Take photos of the entire accident scene using your cell phone.
- If the name on an auto registration is different than the driver, jot down the relationship.
- Be polite, but don’t tell anyone the accident was your fault, even if you think it was.
- State only the facts and limit your discussion of the accident to the police and your insurance agent.
- If possible, don’t leave the accident scene before the police and other drivers do.
