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First:

  • Stop immediately and determine damage. Avoid obstructing traffic if possible.
  • Place emergency flags or flares on the road.
  • Aid the injured and see to it that they receive medical attention as soon as possible.
  • Call an officer of the law.

Second:

  • Get witnesses statement.
  • Obtain: Names and addresses of passengers, drivers and occupants of other cars; Names and addresses of injured; License numbers of cars involved and of all vehicles at scene of accident; Names and addresses of witnesses.
  • When required by law, report accident at once to the Police Department or other designated authority.
  • Notify your employer of the accident promptly.

IMPORTANT

  • Make no Statement to anyone except:
    • A Police officer
    • Your company's representative
    • Your insurance Company Claim Representative.
  • MAKE NO SETTLEMENTS AND DO NOT ACCEPT LIABILITY. DO NOT ARGUE ABOUT THE ACCIDENT.
  • If the accident involves an unattended vehicle or fixed object, take reasonable steps to locate and notify the owner. If the owner cannot be found, leave a notice in a conspicuous place on the vehicle or object, listing your name and address, the company name, and a brief description of the accident. Whenever possible get a witness signed statement.
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