Texas Auto Accident Attorneys

Procedures to Follow After an Accident

1. Stop immediately

Stay calm and do what you can within reason to avoid blocking traffic. Never leave the scene of an Oklahoma or Texas auto accident in which you or your car was involved, no matter how slight the collision. Pull over to the side of the road as soon as possible without endangering any other person and without obstructing traffic.

2. Check to see if anyone is injured

Take care of any person that is injured, including rendering medical attention as soon as possible. Contact 911 or any other ambulance service in order to receive medical treatment. Do not assume that a lack of an obvious injury means that a person is not hurt.

3. Call the police

An Oklahoma or Texas auto accident should be reported to the proper authorities. The report may not only be helpful if you determine that you are injured or there is damage to your car, but it may also be helpful later if the other person tries to avoid responsibility for the accident.

4. Don't Sign

If an insurance adjustor shows up at the scene, don't give any statements and don't sign anything.

5. Gather Information

If possible get the names, addresses and phone numbers of witnesses. Make a mental note of what witnesses say, such as, "that black car was flying."

6. Visit your doctor

Even if you are not sure whether or not you are injured or anyone else in your vehicle was injured in the accident, it is best to be examined by a doctor at the earliest possible time or to go to the nearest emergency room. When a doctor examines you, make sure that you are specific in explaining to the physician how the accident happened and all injuries and problems you sustained as a result.

7. Inform your insurance company

Make sure that you call your insurance company immediately to report the accident. Failing to report the accident immediately could in some instances result in the insurance company not covering you for the accident. You should contact the company immediately, and make sure that you ask the company to start paying your bills. This action should open up a file to not only pay the property damage but also all of your medical bills if you are injured.

8. Call the offices of Ferrer, Poirot & Wansbrough immediately

Before signing any statements, consult an Oklahoma or Texas auto accident attorney that specializes in helping those who have been injured in car accidents. At Ferrer, Poirot & Wansbrough we have helped thousands of clients get the money they deserve for their injuries.