Pedestrian Accidents Attorney in Passaic, New Jersey

1. Stop . . . do not leave the scene of the accident
- (a) DIRECT OTHER TRAFFIC around the accident.
- (b) HELP THE INJURED but dont move them unless absolutely necessary.
- (c) CALL THE POLICE, tell them where the accident occurred and ask for medical help if needed.
2. Get names, addresses, and license numbers of all drivers involved.

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3. Get description and registration number and insurance information of all cars involved.

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License Plate Number _____________________________

Registration # __________________________________

Make ___________ Year ___________

Damage _______________________________________

Insurance Company _______________________________

Insurance Policy Number ___________________________

Name ________________________________________

Address _______________________________________

Phone ________________________________________

Name ________________________________________

Address _______________________________________

Phone ________________________________________

Department _____________________________________

Officer _________________________________________

Badge No. _______________________________________

Officer. _________________________________________

Badge No. _______________________________________

Date/Time _______________________________________

Location ________________________________________

No. of vehicles involved ______________________________

Weather ________________________________________

Road conditions ____________________________________

Damage _________________________________________

Speed of the other car_________________________________

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9. Make sure no one is injured. If anyone is injured call an ambulance. If you have any reason to suspect you were injured in the accident, see a physician promptly. Youll want it on record that you sought treatment right away – not in a week or so .
10. Witnesses will be a tremendous help to you in any subsequent court action, if there is any question of liability involved. Get the names and addresses of as many witnesses as possible. If they refuse to identify themselves, jot down the license plate numbers of the their automobiles. Do not discuss the accident with the witnesses. Do not give the witnesses to anyone but the police, your attorney or your insurance company.
11. Do not assign or accept blame for the accident.
- The scene of the accident is not the place to determine fault. Discuss the accident only with the police, your attorney and with representatives of your insurance company. Give the other party only your drivers license number, registration number and insurance information.
- Be cooperative with the police.
12. Seek medical attention.
13. Speak with your Doctor or Chiropractor
14. Call your insurance company to report the accident.

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