ACCIDENT TIPS

WHAT TO DO IF YOU ARE IN AN AUTO ACCIDENT If you've just become one of the many people involved in a traffic collision, what should you do? Although you may feel confused and shocked, it is important to remain as calm as possible. Try to remember, the other parties involved are also likely to be upset. You should exchange the following information right after being involved in a collision to assist in any law enforcement investigation or insurance report. While some accidents involve other cars and extensive damage, most are minor fender-benders. But that doesn't diminish the need for obtaining proper information and finding the best collision repair facility. Print this page and keep it in your glove compartment in case you get in an accident. This page includes the 11 steps to take if you are involved in an accident and a handy form so you can document the accident. Please drive safely, always buckle up and remember Autometric Collision is there to assist you in your insurance claim and the proper repair of your vehicle.	Print our tips and keep it in your glove compartment in case you get in an accident.  Print our handy   form in PDF format.    Print this page.. (PDF)  Need Acrobat Reader download free copy here.

What To Do If You Are In An Accident:

1. Turn off your vehicle's engine and leave it where it is if it is safe to do so. If you feel threatened or your car is in danger of being hit by another car, slowly drive to a place where you feel safe, such as the side of the road or a well-lit parking lot.

2. Remain calm. Take a few deep breaths.

3. Are you injured? Assess the amount of impact and judge to what degree you may be hurt. If you think you're injured, stay in your car. Be honest if anyone asks how you are. Wait for a professional to assess your condition.

4. Call 911 to report the accident or ask someone to call for assistance.

5. Assess your situation. When examining the possible damage to your vehicle, NEVER walk directly between two cars or on the road to avoid being hit again. You could be trapped between the two vehicles. Make sure you are safe, that is the number one important consideration.

6. Provide medical help to others ONLY if you are trained to do so.

7. Be tactful and courteous, even if you're angry about the accident.

8. Get the names, addresses and phone numbers of any witnesses.

9. Exchange names, addresses, license numbers and insurance information with any other drivers involved in the accident.

10. Cooperate fully with law enforcement officials if they are called to the accident. You can also report accidents by driving to the nearest law enforcement station in the city where the accident occurred.

11. Call Autometric Collision for your FREE collision repair estimate and for assistance in working with your insurance company. Your car can be towed to one of our locations if necessary.