Personal Injury FAQ
What to do after an Auto Accident

What information should I obtain after an accident?
Should I call the police?
When should I contact an attorney?
Should I contact my own insurance company?
Should I talk to the other driver’s insurance company? What if they call me?
Should I go to the doctor
Is there anything special I should tell my doctors?
Do I need to take pictures of the accident scene?
Do I have to take photos right away or can I wait?
What about preserving other evidence besides photos?

Do I need to take pictures of the accident scene?
Absolutely, even if the police take photos, you should try to take several rolls of pictures if possible. Always take multiple rolls of film of the accident location, the vehicles involved, various approaches to the accident scene, and of the persons involved, particularly if they have suffered an injury. Plan on taking three times as many photographs as you think you might need, taking shots from multiple angles and locations.

A good quality camera is obviously preferable, but even a small disposable camera is better than nothing, and they are normally widely available in convenience stores and gas stations if you do not have one in your vehicle.