The first thing to do is seek medical attention if you’ve been injured. It’s a good idea to get checked out even if you feel fine at the time. Some injuries don’t show up immediately, especially if your body is in shock.

It’s important to stay calm and know what to do if you’re involved in a car accident. You want to get as much information about what happened as you can, including the names of the other parties involved and the makes and models of the vehicles. You should take detailed notes as soon as you can rather than relying on your memory. Note the date, time of day and weather as well as any other significant details.

Since most people carry cell phones, it’s fairly easy to get a few photos of the accident scene. Take pictures of the vehicles and any damage sustained. You can even take photos of street signs and other identifying landmarks as evidence of where the accident occurred.

Contact your insurance provider right away to file a claim. Answer their questions with as much detail as possible. You may also want to contact an attorney to help you handle the case. Many people wait until they have problems with the insurance claim or issues with another party before talking to a lawyer, but an early consultation can help you have a stronger case.

If you’ve been involved in a car accident, you can contact Weiser & Associates for a free consultation and case evaluation. Email at [email protected] or call at (212) 213-3111 to get the help you need as the victim of a car accident.