{"id":712,"date":"2020-11-05T14:19:39","date_gmt":"2020-11-05T14:19:39","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.prontoinsurance.com\/blog\/?p=712"},"modified":"2020-12-19T14:58:24","modified_gmt":"2020-12-19T14:58:24","slug":"if-youve-been-in-an-accident-what-happens-after","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ecom-mir.prontoinsurance.com\/blog\/if-youve-been-in-an-accident-what-happens-after\/","title":{"rendered":"If You\u2019ve Been in an Accident, What Happens After?"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>If You\u2019ve Been in an Accident, What Happens After?<\/h1>\n<p>Car accidents happen when we least expect them. It\u2019s a sudden situation and one that can send you into a panicked frenzy. But what you decide to do after can be the most important factor in overcoming this unfortunate situation.<\/p>\n<h3>Get to Safety<\/h3>\n<p>After your accident, the first thing you should do is access your person. If you\u2019re uninjured, move your vehicle to a safe area, but only if it\u2019s safe to do so. If it\u2019s impossible to move your car, turn on your hazard lights to warn other drivers. If you\u2019re<br \/>injured, try your best not to move. If you\u2019re alone, then do your best to contact 911.<\/p>\n<h3>Remain Calm<\/h3>\n<p>The suddenness of an accident can lead to panic or anxiety. However, it\u2019s in your best interest to calm down as much as possible. Make sure to exit your vehicle carefully and begin the next steps in the process.<br \/>Check on Other Drivers In moments like these, it isn\u2019t uncommon for tempers to flare up, but this is counterintuitive. Instead, after exiting your vehicle, walk over to the other car to make sure everyone is okay. If there are injuries, call 911.<\/p>\n<h3>Contact Law Enforcement<\/h3>\n<p>If there are no injuries at the scene, you should still contact law enforcement to assess the situation. Remember, if you\u2019re to file an insurance claim, then a police report will be extremely beneficial.<br \/>Gather Important Information You\u2019ll need a police report, the other driver\u2019s information, and photos of the vehicles and scene. Make sure to get all vehicle makes and models, license plate numbers, location<br \/>details, and even contact information from any witnesses that may be willing to cooperate.<\/p>\n<h3>File Your Claim<\/h3>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve followed these steps, it\u2019s then time to file an insurance claim. Simply contact Pronto Insurance and let the pros take it from there!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If You\u2019ve Been in an Accident, What Happens After? Car accidents happen when we least expect them. It\u2019s a sudden situation and one that can send you into a panicked frenzy. But what you decide to do after can be the most important factor in overcoming this unfortunate situation. 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