New York Automobile Accidents

What You Should Do First

When you're in an automobile accident – even one that doesn't seem to be serious – it's easy to become upset and confused. Unfortunately, that's exactly when you're most in need of a clear head and a calm, careful approach. The first steps you take after an automobile accident are extremely important, and these tips from the New York auto accident attorneys of the Jacob Fuchsberg Law Firm may help.

At the site:

• Do not leave the scene.
• Call for medical help if needed.
• Have your insurance information, driver's license, and registration handy.
• Take pictures of the automobiles and any injuries involved.
• Try to preserve the accident scene but do not create additional dangers for other vehicles.
• If you can do so without inflicting further injury, get all occupants out of the cars and moved a safe distance away.
• Exchange information, including vehicle owner and driver names, contact details, and registration and insurance policy numbers.
• Obtain the names and contact information of any witnesses.
• Call police and ask that a report be filed.
• Remain calm and composed; do not make accusations or admit guilt.

After the fact:

• Report the automobile accident to your insurance provider.
• Do not sign anything related to vehicle repair or medical care that involves a release or waiver of responsibility.
• Call an attorney who has experience representing clients in New York automobile accident cases. (If the other driver is uninsured, this should be done as quickly as possible.)
• Don't speak directly to a representative of the other driver's insurance company; let your lawyer represent you.

The New York law firm of Jacob D. Fuchsberg has represented many clients in the New York metropolitan area who need automobile accident help. Our lawyers will work with you to determine the facts of the case, review the insurance policies involved, and represent your best interests.

For a free consultation related to your New York automobile accident, call us a 212-869-3500, complete our contact form, or visit our New York law office.