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Steps to take following a car accident

As many California drivers know, a car accident can occur in the blink of an eye with little or no warning. Even though dealing with a crash that was caused by another person can feel overwhelming, there are certain steps that should be taken.

Immediately following the accident, those who have been injured should seek medical attention. A driver who is too injured to be moved from the wreck should be taken to the hospital in an ambulance. If the driver is able to move the wreck out of the way, this step should be taken to help prevent a traffic jam or another car accident. Depending on the severity of the accident, the authorities may need to be called. Police also will file a police report with information about the accident, which could be helpful when dealing with insurance. Unless severely injured, a person should not leave the scene of an accident without collecting important information, including the other driver's name, telephone number and insurer.

Once the person gets home, he or she should contact the insurance company. The insurance company may negotiate with the other driver's insurance company, especially if the company denies responsibility. Finally, a personal injury attorney could also assist with reviewing the case and filing a claim against the other insurance company if no movement on the case is made.

Those who were seriously injured in a car collision that was caused by another driver are also likely to be unable to work for a period of time due to a slow recovery. If the insurance company denies coverage or offers less that what is needed to cover the cost of the damages, a personal injury attorney might choose to take the case to trial.

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