Do’s and Don’ts When Reporting a Car Accident

Do’s:
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Do call 911 to come to the scene of the accident, especially
if you or someone else has suffered serious injuries.
Do wait at the scene of the accident until emergency
personnel arrive, regardless of whether you are the injured
party. If you leave the scene of the accident before the
authorities arrive, you may be faced with the serious
penalty of causing a hit-and-run accident.
Do only provide information to the police that is accurate.
Car accidents can understandably leave victims feeling
shaken and confused, leaving you unable to think clearly. It
is best to take your time, calm down, and explain to the
police how the accident happened in the most accurate
way possible.