• First Stay calm, keep the accident from getting worse. Turn off the ignition. Turn on four-way flashers.
• Second, Get help. If anyone is injured: Stop any bleeding. Perform first-aid if qualified. Call for emergency medical care. Do NOT move an injured person unless circumstances are life-threatening.
• Then third, Avoid further damage at the scene. Warn approaching motorists of the accident.
• Fourth, always call police. This will insure an accident report is on file. Cooperate fully with the police officer. Think before speaking -- state only the true facts of the accident.
• Fifth, gather information -- Write it down. If possible and it creates no danger to yourself or anyone else, get names, phone numbers, and addresses from any witnesses. Make a mental note of any comments you might overhear, such as, "That red car shot past me."
• Sixth, see your doctor. Serious injuries do not always result in immediate pain. If there is the slightest chance you may be injured, see a doctor.
• Then seventh, notify YOUR insurance company. Cooperate fully with your insurance company. You collect.
• The eighth, if you have been injured, see an auto accident lawyer immediately. Consult an auto accident lawyer. You can talk to one of our lawyers at no charge, either on the telephone or in person at our office. If you are unable to come to the office because of your injuries, then we will meet with you at thehospital or in your home. We are paid only when you collect.
• And lastly the ninth procedures, know your legal rights. You should know your legal rights, and you should know what to do to protect those legal rights before giving any statements to the other driver's insurance adjuster.

Hopefully, you will never have an automobile accident. If and when you are involved, you should be aware of the proper steps to take and how an auto accident lawyer can help.

When you have been injured in an auto accident, you have a right to seek compensation for damages such as car repairs, medical bills, and lost wages. That's what auto accident lawyer can help you. A personal injury lawyer has what it takes to get you the money you deserve. They can also help you get money for pain and suffering, as you try to set things back to the way they were before the accident. They have experience in obtaining fair and reasonable settlements from insurance companies. Let them help you get the compensation you deserve.