What to Do After a Car Accident

Lexington, Kentucky

When you are involved in a car wreck the initial confusion can leave you wondering what steps are necessary just to get home, let alone what to do to ensure you will be compensated for your losses. It is best to have a clear idea of the appropriate steps to take in the event of an accident before one occurs.

Immediately Following a Car Accident

If you are not seriously injured, the first thing to do after a car accident is to check yourself and your passengers for any injuries. After injuries have been established you will need to:

• Contact emergency personnel. Even if there are no apparent injuries or severe damages, medical professionals and law enforcement officers need to assess the scene before you leave.
• If possible, take photographs of the accident and get the names and contact information from all witnesses.
• Be careful to leave the scene exactly as it is until you are instructed to move by a police officer and cooperate with all emergency personnel when they arrive. 
• Seek medical assistance for all injuries. Even if your injuries do not seem severe, allow medical professionals to provide you with a thorough examination. This may include going to the hospital when you are released from the scene of the accident.
• Arrange a tow for your vehicle and a ride home.

In the Days Following a Car Accident

As soon as possible, you will want to contact attorney James Vaught of James Vaught Law Office, PLLC to schedule a free initial consultation. Bring all associated medical bills, a copy of the police report, and any pictures you or your insurance company may have taken at the scene. If possible, allowing James Vaught to photograph your vehicle prior to having body work done should be done so he can see the damage for himself.

Using this information, James Vaught can provide you with a clear idea of what you can expect from a personal injury suit. Finding fault and recovering your damages can be a complex process. With over a decade of experience helping people injured in auto accidents recover from their physical and emotional losses, James Vaught will work to help you get a fair recovery.

If you have been injured in a car accident in Lexington, Kentucky, please contact James Vaught at James Vaught Law Office, PLLC for an obligation free initial consultation.