MA Car Accident Guide

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At the Scene: car photographs

• Exchange contact information with the other parties involved in the accident. This information should include the driver's name, address, phone number, driver's license number, insurance company name, and license plate number.
• Call the police if:
  • The other driver is drunk or argumentative
  • The driver of another vehicle will not give you contact or insurance information.
• Collect the names, addresses and phone numbers of any witnesses. This is important information that may only be available at the scene.
• Make a note of the location, the date and time of day, the weather and traffic conditions at the scene of the accident.
• Do not apologize or admit fault.
• Ask for medical help at the scene of the accident if you are injured.

After the Accident: insurance company contact

• Report the accident to your insurance company.
• If you are hurt, contact a physician immediately. It is wise to have injuries assessed as soon as the symptoms arise. Never give an oral or written statement to the other driver's insurance company.
• Preserve the evidence. If your automobile accident resulted in property damage take photographs of your car and the scene where the accident occurred.

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