First Things To Do When Involved in A Car Accident

An accident can be a very scary time for you, whether it's a fender-bender or a major accident, we want you to stay safe. There are so many things that will be going through your mind as you try to figure out what to do after you've been involved in any type of collision, but there are a few key things that you must remember to do.

STOP

One of the first things you MUST remember is to always stop. When you are involved in any form of collision, you must never drive away. Make sure that you and your passengers are not harmed, and then observe your situation. If you vehicle is in a place where you could be in more danger, such as the middle of the road, and your car is able to move, pull it to the side of the road, but never leave the scene.

PROTECT THE SCENE

You want to protect the scene, but you also want to protect yourself and anyone involved. Put your hazards one or set up flares. If it is dark outside and your lights will not come one, use a flashlight to help direct attention to your location. Always put yourself in a safe place, and do not stay in harms way.

CALL THE POLICE

Even if there are no serious damages, it's always best to call the authorities. You may need a police report in order to file with your insurance. Even if you're just making a claim on your vehicle, it could come in handy.

MAKE A RECORD

When the investigating officer arrives, be sure to tell him what happened to the best of your ability. If you don't remember all of the details, be sure to say so and don't make anything up. When they ask if you are injured, if you are not sure, it's always best to say so. Some vehicle injuries won't become apparent until hours after the accident.

TAKE PHOTOS

Photos are an excellent way to document the exact damages to your vehicle. If you have experienced any injuries, you will want to take photos of those as well. Keep in mind, that if the officers are already there, you do not want to impede their investigation by trying to take photos, you may have to wait until they leave before getting everything you need if you didn't get it before.

EXCHANGE INFORMATION

Generally, an officer will arrive and collect that information, but you can also collect it yourself before they arrive. Get the name, phone number and address of all of the people involved - driver and passengers alike. If there are witnesses, you can get their contact information in case your insurance provider needs to learn more about what happened.

REPORT THE ACCIDENT

You will need to report the accident to your insurance provider as soon as possible. Some insurance agencies require immediate notification of any accidents.

SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION

Even if you think you weren't hurt, many collision injuries are not apparent until days later. Even if it was just a small collision, you should go to your local emergency room and get examined. If you blacked out for even a short period of time it could indicate a concussion, and those can be signals of minor or serious issues. 

CALL THE BEST TOW COMPANY AT THE LAKE OF THE OZARKS

After you have finished all of the legalities involved in a car accident, the next thing you'll need to determine is if your car is still driveable. If you are unable to start your vehicle, make sure to call Bledsoe's Towing & Automotive at 573-346-7050. Not only can we tow your vehicle, but we can bring it into the shop and help you determine whether it can be fixed or not. Bledsoe's Towing wishes you many safe driving miles, but if anything should happen, remember these easy tips on how to handle the situation, and don't forget that we would love to provide the best automotive maintenance at the Lake of the Ozarks.

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www.BledsoesTowing.com

322 South Business Route 5

Camdenton, Missouri 65020

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