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Car accidents are a part of the risk that we all take when we get behind the wheel. And what a risk there is! Over six million auto accidents occur each year in America. Many are small enough not to worry about, but others require repairs, which can add up quickly, and still others may result in injuries that require medical attention. What would you do if you suddenly found yourself thrust into an auto accident?

Knowing what to do can make a huge difference in whether your vehicle gets repaired quickly and whether you avoid being left holding the bill for any necessary repairs and medical bills. If you find yourself in even a minor car accident, you will need to report the accident to your insurance agent. Being prepared is half the battle, so always be sure to carry your license, registration and auto insurance information whenever you are driving.

If you are involved in an accident, move the vehicles out of the flow of traffic, if it is possible and safe to do so. If moving your car is not an option, then stand a safe distance away from the vehicle so that you are not personally in the way of oncoming traffic. Someone will need to dial 911 for medical assistance and to report any injuries.

It is also a good idea to see if there are any witnesses to the accident, and to take pictures if you happen to have a digital camera or camera-phone; eye-witness accounts and on-scene photographs can come in handy if you end up having to contact a California personal injury attorney. Exchange insurance and contact information with the other party, and be sure to make a note of their license plate number.

If you, or someone with you, has sustained injuries in the accident, you should consult a California personal injury attorney. You should also do this if the other person involved in the accident is hurt, because they may at some point attempt to hold you responsible and seek compensation.

Another thing to keep in mind is that not all auto accidents involve two vehicles. Pedestrians and bicyclists may be at the other end of a vehicle’s bumper. If you are the pedestrian or bicyclist, you may sustain even more severe injuries. It also becomes problematic and even more urgent for you to seek legal advice if the person driving the car did not have auto insurance.

California personal injury attorneys offer free consultations where you can find out if you will need their services in seeking compensation for any personal injuries as a result of the accident. Try as we might to avoid car accidents, there are always going to be issues that are beyond our control. Knowing what to do, following an accident, and knowing how to protect yourself is essential to making it through the experience successfully.

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Source:
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Overview Traffic Safety Facts. 2007.

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