The to DO’S AFTER AN MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT BY LOS ANGELES SERIOUS INJURY ATTORNEY STEVEN PECK

Written by Adam Peck Category: Injury Law January 16th, 2013 1 min read

DO seek medical attention before doing anything else.

DO summon the police, in appropriate cases.

DO cooperate with all law enforcement and emergency personnel who respond to the scene.

DO get the license plate numbers of all other vehicles involved in car accidents and the drivers’ names, addresses, telephone numbers, and insurance information.

DO get the name and address of the animal’s owner and any license information if you were injured by an animal bite or attack.

DO write down the names, addresses, and phone numbers of all potential witnesses to an accident.

DO contact your health, homeowner’s, and/or automobile insurance companies, as appropriate.

DO take photographs of all of the following, as applicable, as soon as possible after the accident:

* The scene of the accident, from all angles.
* The surrounding area.
* The product or animal that caused your injuries.
* Your injuries.
* Any property damage.

DO contact your attorney.

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Written by Adam Peck

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Adam J. Peck, ESQ is a principal with Peck Law Group, APC. In 2008, Mr. Adam Peck received his Juris Doctorate from Whittier Law School where he graduated Cum Laude. His practice is primarily dedicated to representing Elders, Dependent Adults, along with their loved ones and family members, who have suffered horrific personal injuries.