If You're in a Car Accident, Stay Calm and Call Burg and Brock

As a vehicle accident lawyer in Los Angeles who has handled thousands of cases, Cameron Brock has seen verdicts won or lost because of how a victim handles themselves immediately following an accident. Because of this, Mr. Brock and his associates at the Law Offices of Burg and Brock like to make sure that drivers are prepared following an accident. Here are a few important, though not comprehensive, tips:

• Stay calm and assess the scene. Immediately survey the accident to see if it's safe to remain in your car. Take a deep breath if you are feeling overwhelmed.
• Call the authorities. Always call the police; they can officially document the accident. Get a copy of this report. If you notice any injuries, call for an ambulance.
• Make the accident safe for fellow travelers. Put your hazard lights on and use cones or flares if you have them. If the accident is minor, move the car to a safe place.
• Never admit fault. Exchange information with the other driver(s), but never say the accident was your fault because it can be used against you. Even in cases where you might feel like you caused the accident, it might not have been your fault after assessing the whole series of events. Only talk to your insurance agent and police about the accident.
• Document the accident. Take pictures and get information from witnesses.
• Call your insurance agent.
• It doesn't hurt to be prepared. Keeping insurance documentation, medical information for you and your family, and a pen and pad in your glove compartment is always a good idea. Feel free to include our phone number in those documents. You can call us (1-888-509-2998) at anytime to speak with a personal injury attorney in Los Angeles to guarantee that you do everything correct on scene.

There are many other resources online with additional tips. Feel free to browse them and remember what you find to be the most helpful; after all, there's no such thing as being too prepared. Don't forget that you can always call the Law Offices of Burg and Brock to speak with an attorney in Los Angeles who is an expert in automobile accident cases. If you're feeling frazzled, don't hesitate to call us at 1-888-509-2998 so that you can leave an accident feeling like you did everything you should have.