In the event of an accident, knowing what to do and what information you need can be a big help. The following is a suggested checklist that you may want to follow if you?ve had an automobile accident.

• Think Safety First:
• Call 911 for Police and Emergency assistance.
• If possible pull off to the side of the road and be aware of your surroundings.
• Use hazard lights, safety cones/triangles and/or flares.
• Collect Critical Information from all parties involved
• Names, addresses and phone numbers
• Driver license numbers
• Insurance Company and Policy number
• License plate tag number
• Auto make/model
• Responding police department information including officer name and badge number
• If available, witness contact information
• File a Police Report
  • This might be needed when filing an insurance company claim
• Document Accident Damage
• Take pictures
• Record details (For example: location, time of day, road conditions, number of vehicles involved, etc.)
• Draw a diagram
• Report the claim to your insurance company