What to Do After a Car Accident and How to Make a Claim

Hi all. Found an excellent article that I am sure many will relate to. Hope you get something useful out of this…

While car accidents are always going to be unpleasant things to deal with, having a base knowledge of what to do if you are ever unlucky enough to be a party to one can help make everything that comes after a little smoother and a little less traumatic for everyone involved.

What should I do immediately following an accident?

 Obviously, the very first thing you should do is stop your car immediately. And while it might seem futile to suggest, if you are involved in a car accident, it is in your and everyone else’s best interests that you try to maintain your composure and remain calm.

Once you’ve got that sorted, try to do the following:

• Switch on your hazard lights and, if possible, move your car out of the path of traffic.

Are there any legal requirements?

 Yes, there are, and it’s extremely important that you are aware of them. In the event of an accident, the following are legally required of you if you are involved: 

• You have to stop if you are a party to an accident.
• You are legally obligated to provide your name and address to the other party/parties to an accident.

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Thanks,

Mark