What Should I Do Immediately After a Car Accident in Kansas to Protect My Legal Rights?
Getting involved in a car accident can be a traumatic experience. You may have a lot of questions and thoughts going through your mind. When you get into a car crash, you need to be able to act fast and think clearly. There are certain steps you want to take in order to protect your legal rights. Knowing your legal rights and responsibilities in Kansas can help you get fair financial compensation. Here are some steps you should take following a car accident.
Check for Injuries
Your health should be your priority. If you or any passengers are injured, call 911 right away for assistance. If someone is seriously injured, you can perform CPR or try to assist them in some other way. Otherwise, wait for medical help to arrive.
Call Police
Even if there are no injuries, but over $500 in car damage, you should still call the police. A police officer will arrive at the accident scene and document what happened. They may ask you some questions about what happened so they can assess the accident. They will have a report available later, which will likely show who was at fault. This will be helpful for your insurance company.
Exchange Information
You will also need to exchange contact and insurance information with the other driver. Be sure to get their full name and contact information, insurance information, driver's license and license plate number, and information about the make and model of their vehicle.
However, do not discuss the accident with any other parties. Do not get angry with them or admit fault. You should not even say you’re sorry. Simply exchange information and say as little as possible.
Document the Accident
Take notes and photos showing what happened. Jot down information about the accident scene, location, weather conditions, road conditions, and any identifying landmarks. Take pictures of your vehicle from different angles, showing the damage done to all the vehicles involved. This information can be shared with your insurance company during the claims process to help support your claim. If there were any witnesses to the accident, take down their names and their contact information.
Contact Your Insurance Company
You will need to let your insurer know that you were involved in an accident. You will need to file a claim and give your agent information about the crash. They will let you know of the next steps. You may need to answer some questions and have an adjuster examine your vehicle. You will then be able to get your vehicle repaired or replaced.
Contact Our Kansas Car Accident Attorney
We understand the law, the insurance policies, and the medicine. We have been there over 2500 times. Find a lawyer who knows the system, one who has been there before. By understanding the steps involved, you can be prepared and move through the process with less stress.
Call a car accident attorney from Neustrom & Associates. We can help ease the burden that falls on the shoulders of injury victims after a car crash so they can focus on the healing process. To