If you’ve ever been unfortunate enough to find yourself in a car accident, you know that they’re a serious, no laughing matter. At the very least, they can be jarring and inconvenient – and at the other end they can result in much worse. That being said, knowing what to do after a car accident on the roads of Staten Island is part of being a responsible motorist. Keep reading to learn what to do after a car accident, including car accident insurance claim information. Remember, you can always reach out to us if you have any questions!
The immediate and following steps you should take in the context of a car accident depends largely on the severity of the accident you’ve found yourself in. For the purposes of instruction, we’ll categorize potential accidents into ‘minor’ and ‘major’ events. Here’s what to do in the event of each, should they happen to you in or around the Bridgewater area:
Some examples of minor car accidents include a fender-bender at an intersection or someone backing into your car in a parking lot. Here’s what you should do after a minor car accident:
Major accidents, especially ones that result in significant injury to you or others, should be handled a bit differently than your average Union County fender-bender. Take the following steps to ensure things are handled correctly, for everyone’s benefit:
For the specifics on how to file a car insurance claim, you’ll need to contact your insurance provider. Fortunately, most modern automotive insurance companies make filing a claim fairly straightforward. The process may differ slightly based on the type of claim, your coverage, and the insurance provider, but when you file a claim, you’ll likely need this information handy:
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