If you are involved in an accident, there are certain things you should do. The first thing is to stop. If you hit another car (or pedestrian) and take off, you may be guilty of a “hit and run,” which is usually considered a felony – even if you were not at fault in hitting the other car or the pedestrian. It is best to remain on the scene and take it from there, rather than complicate your predicament by fleeing.
If you hit an unattended parked car, you must first make a reasonable effort to find the owner, and if he or she is nowhere to be found, you must leave a note with your name, address, telephone number, and license plate number on the windshield of the damaged car. Include a brief description of the damage you believe caused. Some people will place a note only when they think someone is watching them. Others will place a black note on the windshield, or false information. However, if you get caught doing this (a bystander may have taken down your license plate number), you may find yourself in serious trouble.
After an accident, it possible, move your car to a safe spot at the side of the road. If your car cannot be moved because of the damage to it, at least get yourself to a position of safety. Warning signals such as flares, reflective triangles, or traffic cones should be placed to let approaching traffic know of the danger ahead.
If you have been injured, try to assess the seriousness of your injuries. Unless you absolutely have to, try not to more if your back or head has been injured. If you aren’t seriously hurt, check to see whether the occupants of your car and other vehicle are injured. The paramedics should be called immediately if anyone has been seriously hurt or suffered a head wound. Qualified personnel should administer first aid. If the injuries are severe or the impact was strong and you hit your head, you should be taken to the emergency room of the nearest trauma hospital, so you can be checked out for possible fractures, concussion, or bleeding in the brain.
If you have been injured in an auto accident it is important to contact Stockton auto accident lawyer immediately. The extent of a person's injuries is not always obvious shortly after an accident. Claim adjusters who try to get you to agree to a settlement before you talk with a lawyer or medical doctor shouldn't be trusted. Remember, anything you sign may prevent you from recovering further damages at a later date. Call toll free (866) 955-1LAW(529) and speak with a Stockton auto accident attorney now.
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