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What to do after a Colorado Springs car accident

After being involved in a car wreck your heart will beat fast, emotions and adrenaline come into play and there is a good chance that you might not remember what to do after a Colorado Springs car accident. The main focus is safety first and to keep a level head. Because it is hard to think clearly following a crash, we want to provide you with six tips every Colorado driver needs to know after a car accident.

It is wise to keep your automobile insurance in the glove box of your car so that it is readily available after an accident. There are certain things you will need to obtain from the other driver; however, emotions kick in after an accident which can cause you to forget. There are pre-printed forms you can get, or you can write down these tips and leave them in your glove compartment. This will make it easier knowing what questions to ask and what information to gather after an accident.

Exchange Contact Information with the Other Driver
Ask to see their driver’s license and copy down their license number, name, address and phone number. Make sure to get their license plate number and write down the make and model of the vehicle. It is extremely important to get their insurance company information and policy number. Remember, gathering as much information from the other driver will only help you in the long run.

Stay on the Scene Until the Police Arrive
After an accident, look to see if everyone is alive. Even if the injuries are minor, call 911 to have the police sent to the scene to file an accident report. If the accident is minor, move the vehicles to the side of the road and out of the way of oncoming traffic to prevent any further injuries. If the cars are totaled and cannot be moved, put the hazard lights on and stay inside the vehicle with your seat belt fastened until help arrives.

Document the Accident
It is important to take notes including the date, time and weather conditions when the accident occurred. Keep a disposable camera in your car or use your cell phone to take pictures of the impact to all vehicles involved. If there are witnesses, ask to have their names and phone numbers in case you need to contact them to clear up any disputes.

Have an Emergency Kit in Your Car
Some necessary items that are helpful to have inside the vehicle in case of an emergency include a flashlight, disposable camera, blanket, water, pen and paper. Other necessary items that should be kept in your trunk include emergency flares, warning lights, or cones. If you have specific allergies or a medical condition, this information should be written down in case of severe injuries.

Do not Sign Anything or Admit Fault
Do not admit fault on the scene of an accident or sign any papers. You don’t know if the other driver was distracted and texting while driving, or if there are other factors that contributed to the accident. Even if you believe the car accident was your fault, it might not be.

Seek Medical Attention
After a Colorado car accident adrenaline may be pumping, and you might not realize how severe your injuries may be. Even if you sustained minor injuries, they could be more serious than you think. Make sure you seek medical help immediately after an accident.

If you have been involved in a Colorado Springs car accident, you may have sustained serious injuries, such as paralysis, whiplash, broken bones, back and neck injuries, head trauma, and spinal cord injury. If you or someone you know was left with a permanent disability or was killed in a Colorado car accident, you may be entitled to compensation for medical bills, rehabilitation, lost wages and more. Contact an experienced Colorado Springs personal injury attorney for a free legal evaluation today.

We have been representing injured victims for nearly three decades in the cities of Colorado Springs, Pueblo, Denver, Woodland Park, Canyon City, Castle Rock, Fountain, and Cripple Creek. If you have been injured in a Colorado Springs car accident on I-25, contact the Law Offices of Robert J. Anderson at 866-254-1274, and get your legal questions answered.