Empire  Collision​

Car Accident Information

A driving accident is always unexpected. The moments following a driving accident are essential for collecting the right car accident information. It’s important to follow the right steps so that your recovery from an accident is smooth. Below is a checklist of car accident advice, and some do’s and don’ts to keep in mind:

Immediately following a driving accident:

• Check for injuries

• Move the vehicle to a safe place so that it is not obstructing the roadway (unless it is not driveable)

• Turn off vehicle ignitions

• Call the police, even if the accident is minor for every ones benefit the police will make a accident report that will be handy in case of any legal action.

What to do:

• Collect names, addresses, and license plate numbers of all persons and vehicles involved in the accident and take pictures of everything even the scene

• Collect insurance company information

• Make note of the date, time, location (address), and weather conditions (including visibility)

• Make note of specific damage to each vehicle involved

• Make note of where the vehicle occupants were seated and indicate the vehicles’ directions of travel and lanes

• Write down the police report number

• Write down names, addresses, and phone numbers of any witnesses to the accident

• Call Empire Collision to set up an estimate. We will Call a tow truck for towing if necessary

What not to do:

• Sign any documents unless it is for the police

• Discuss who is at “fault” or make statements about the accident to anyone but the police

• Accept an offer of cash or any other settlement

• Offer to pay for any damages out of pocket

• Disavow injury to yourself or your passengers

• Never Admit guilt (Even if you think you are) you may not be.