What should i do when involved in a car accident?

Question

I haven't been in one yet but just in case i do get in one. I want to know what to do instead of just being confused when it does happen.

Lets just pretend it was their fault. Can you tell me what you would do? Please be detailed. Thanks

Answer 1

call the cops, tell them your location and tell them what happpend. you always tell the truth to the cops

Answer 2

Stop your vehicle if it is clear, safe and legal.

Move the vehicle out of the traveled roadway, if it is clear, safe and legal. (In some states it is against the law to move the vehicle from the place where the accident occurred. Check the ordinance in your area.)

Turn off the ignitions of the cars involved.

Make a first aid check of all persons involved in the accident.

Call the police and, if necessary, emergency medical services.

Mark the scene of the accident with flares or retroreflective triangles.

Gather the names* of all persons in the motor vehicles and people who witnessed the accident.

Make a quick diagram of where the vehicle occupants were seated and indicate the vehicles' direction of travel and lane. Also note the date, time and weather conditions.

Ask to see the other driver's license* and write down the number.

Exchange insurance company information. DO NOT discuss "fault" or make statements about the accident to anyone but the police.

Get a copy of the police report of the accident from the local precinct...................................

Answer 3

No matter whose fault it was, call the police, and exchange insurance information.  When you get home, contact your insurance company.