What Should I Do After a Car Accident in Georgia?

ATLANTA, GA, April 14, 2011

The moments immediately following a serious auto accident can be overwhelming and scary, especially if someone suffers serious personal injury or death. Oftentimes, people are in a state of shock and not thinking clearly following a horrific car accident, but the moments immediately following the accident are critical to the outcome of a personal injury claim that may be filed later.

For this reason, even though you will be overwhelmed and frightened, it is important that you take certain steps after a car accident and never admit fault at the scene of the accident or to any insurance representative or police officer. Admitting fault at the scene of an Atlanta car accident can have a detrimental effect on the outcome of your car accident lawsuit later.

What to Do After a Car Accident

- Seek medical attention for any car accident injuries
- Proofread your police report to ensure its accuracy
- Exchange insurance information with the other involved parties
- Write down the names and phone numbers of witnesses
- Take photographs of the accident scene
- Document any time lost from work
- Keep track of all medical visits and expenses related to your injuries
- Keep receipts of all expenses related to the accident
- Consult an experienced Atlanta car accident attorney

What Not to Do After a Car Accident

- Do not admit fault
- Do not agree to a settlement from any insurance company
- Do not speak to other driver(s)
- Do not give more than "yes" or "no" answers to your insurance company (these statements are recorded and can be used against you later)

Although you may be thinking clearly in the moments right after a car accident, it is important that you follow these steps to ensure the validity of a personal injury claim later.

If you live in Atlanta or a surrounding area and need an Atlanta car accident attorney, please visit the website of Robbins & Associates, PC.

Website: http://www.robbinslaw.com/