No one is ever prepared for a car accident, if one ever does happen know what to do and what not to do to insure that your assets are best protected.
The Do’s:
You want to notify insurance company and start a claim.
You want to seek medical treatment to document any injuries even if you think there is nothing wrong, the adrenaline pumping through your body tends to take over your senses.
You want to contact an attorney to evaluate your claim.
Don’t:
You do NOT want to wait days or weeks to go to doctor or emergency room.
You do NOT want to ever give a recording statement to an adjuster or insurance company without talking to an attorney first.
You do NOT want to settle a claim before talking to attorney
If you stick to these simples rules, you and your assets have a better chance of being taken care quickly and with your best interests in mind.