You must get the name, address, insurance information and license plate numbers of the all the drivers of any vehicles involved in an accident. Don't forget to get the phone numbers of any eyewitnesses.   If injuries are involved the police must be called. The officer will write a traffic report including details of damages and injuries. You'll need that report for your insurance company before any benefits are paid.

What do I do if I've been hurt in an automobile accident?

 

A: You must get the name, address, insurance information and license plate numbers of the all the drivers of any vehicles involved in an accident. Don't forget to get the phone numbers of any eyewitnesses.

If injuries are involved the police must be called. The officer will write a traffic report including details of damages and injuries. You'll need that report for your insurance company before any benefits are paid.