Your Car Accident and The Police
When you are involved in a Automobile accident, a million things could be running through your mind. No matter the size of the accident, filing a police report after a car accident is an important step when initiating the process. Filing this report will not only provide your insurance company with a foundation to handle the claim, but will ensure an accurate, detailed report that could possibly protect you from any further legal problems.
Getting a detailed and accurate report is the number one step in filing a police report. Having an accurate report can be one of the most important utensils when determining fault and who is financially responsible.
Even if it is just a small fender bender make sure an accident report is filed. On occasion there can be more physical and medical damage revealed later that is not always obvious at the scene of the accident.
Being honest with the Police Officer will help the claims process go much easier. The more missing pieces to the story, the longer the process. After a car accident you can be really shaken up. Taking a deep breath and give a detailed description of what happened. This will only benefit you in the long run.
Filing a Police report does not mean you have to file a claim. Sometimes after a car accident both parties feel it would be better to handle the damages and expenses themselves. However, you should still report the accident to your insurance company for record purposes only! No matter how you decide to handle the damages, it is important to have this accident information on file.
Having an accident is frightening, but taking the correct steps when a mishap occurs will ensure a fast and steady claims process. C.H. Edwards, Inc. helps our clients with automobile accident claims. If you would like to receive a free auto quote, Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm give us a call, and our Personal Lines Representative will be happy to assist you and answer all of your questions. Call us today or visit our website. (516) 249-5200 www.chedwards.net.
Written by: Amanda Haase