5 TIPS TO FOLLOW WHEN IN A MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT

A motor vehicle accident can be traumatic and scary. When you get hit by another car it is often hard to remember what to do. Considering that 4.5 million people were seriously injured in car accidents last year alone, it’s a good idea to know exactly what to do if it should happen to you. Read on for the five things to do if you are involved in a motor vehicle accident. 1. Gather information Get the other party’s driver’s license, insurance, and contact information. You can simply take a photograph of their driver’s license and insurance information with your phone. And get the contact information of any witnesses as well. Witnesses tend to disappear so make sure to get their full name and phone number.  Don’t rely on that information making it to a police report. 2. Take pictures Grab your phone and take pictures. First, make sure to take pictures from different angles. Take them BEFORE you move your car, if possible, especially ones that show the full scene. For example, if someone ran a red light or a stop sign, your photo should show where that light is in relation to the involved cars. Also, take close-up photos that show any injuries as well as damage to your car. Don’t forget photos of skid marks. 3. Get medical attention If you’re seriously