Global road accident statistics show that about 1.25 million people worldwide die as a consequence of a car accident each year. When divided by the number of days in a calendar year, this translates into an average of 3,287 people per day.
When these figures are converted into global monetary terms, traffic accidents cost the world’s countries $518 billion per annum. In other words, traffic incidents will cost every country between 1 and 2 percent of its annual Gross Domestic Product.
Pointers to help you navigate your way through a car accident
Even if you are only involved in a minor accident with no serious injuries, you will likely experience the symptoms of shock. Thus, it is vital to be cognizant of these tips to ensure a positive, automated response to the other drivers involved in the accident.
Phone the emergency services
Once your vehicle has come to a stop, check to see if you and your passengers are trapped in the car, or whether you can get out of the car. It is essential to get out of the car to reduce the risk of being caught in a vehicle fire. Once you are out of the car, phone the emergency services.
If you are trapped in the vehicle, or are severely injured, see if you can find your cellphone to call emergency services. You may be able to flag down a passerby to help you if needed.
Document the accident
The next step is to approach the other drivers involved in the accident to take down their contact details and their vehicles’ license plate numbers. Take photographs of the position of the cars as well as the damage to each car.
Consult a motor vehicle accident attorney
As part of the post car-accident process, you will have to manage the insurance claims and personal injury claims. Even if you are involved in a minor accident like a rear-end car accident, it is essential to hire a personal injury attorney to attend to these claims on your behalf. It is challenging for a non-legal person to negotiate the law, especially if you are injured and need medical attention.
Being involved in a car accident can be scary, but if you are prepared and know what to do you can avoid a lot of unnecessary stress.
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