What to do following a Car Accident

It’s common to experience shock after a car accident. In this state, you may feel stunned and it can be difficult to focus on the situation. It’s vital to get help from the emergency services as soon as possible if needed, and they will be able to assess the extent of any injuries at the scene.

If you suffer a car accident injury, you may wish to make a car accident claim. The information below gives you an idea of what’s involved.

After the accident

If you are fit to do so, you should collect as much information as possible at the time of the accident. This information may include;

• The registration numbers of vehicles involved
• The personal details of other drivers and passengers
• Witness statements
• Photos of the accident and damage caused, or detailed sketches

All of this information will help your solicitor to get an accurate picture of what happened if you do decide to make a car accident injury claim.

You should also complete an accident report form for your own insurers. The car accident must be reported to your insurers and, if there were injuries, to the police.

Making a car accident injury claim

If you have suffered a car accident injury, we can help you claim the compensation you deserve. This compensation can help cover any treatment costs as well as cover any lost income through time off work. You do not have to be the driver to make a claim – if you were injured as a passenger, a pedestrian or a cyclist, you can still claim compensation.

A compensation claim can be made for a range of car accident injuries - whatever your injury we can help your life back on track. Perhaps the most common car accident injury is whiplash, which in extreme cases can lead to ongoing discomfort or tinnitus (ringing in the ears). Read our whiplash page for more information.

We find the right solicitor to handle your claim so you don’t have to, leaving you free to recover from your injuries in peace.

If you are ready to make a car accident injury claim, simply give us a call to speak to one of our helpful, legally trained advisors. Or, if you’d prefer, fill in our short online claim form.