Accidents happen. We hope they don't, but if they do, it's important to know what steps to take.

1. Get help for the injured.
2. Call the police. Do not leave the scene of the accident.
3. Warn oncoming traffic. Set hazard lights and flares.
4. Do Not admit fault.
5. Exchange names, addresses, phone numbers, makes/models of vehicles, license numbers, name of insurance companies, policy numbers --- with all drivers.
6. Get the names, addresses and phone numbers of all passengers and witnesses.
7. Sketch the accident. Take pictures if possible.
8. Examine and record damage to other vehicles and property.
9. Take pictures of specific damages.
10. Do Not discuss the accident. Only answer questions asked by the police and your insurance company claims representative.
11. Call us or your insurance claims company as soon as possible.
12. Do Not call a lawyer until after you have been offered a settlement by the insurance company. If you feel that the settlement is unjust, prove your point as to why you feel this way with data that supports your position. Most claims can be satisfactorily settled without legal assistance.

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Fairview, OK 73737

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