Five Things to Do After a Traffic Accident

Getting into a car accident can be stressful, but don’t lose your cool. Instead, make sure you do these five things to protect yourself and get ready to make repairs to your vehicle. Then get to the body shop at Bernard’s Northtown Chrysler Dodge Jeep® RAM, where we can handle all collision repairs! 

Take Pictures of the Damage

You want to ensure that you take pictures of the damage to all vehicles involved. The photos of the damage to your car will be good for your records, but the images of the damage to the other vehicle can help you protect yourself later. You’ll know just what every car looked like after the accident, so someone else can’t try to claim that more damage was done to their vehicle later on.

Exchange Information

Pulling over and exchanging information with the other drivers is essential. Get the contact info of the other driver and the info you need about their insurance policy. If you need repairs for your vehicle or medical care after the accident, you’ll likely need to go through the other driver’s insurance.

Contact the Police

You should also call the police so that they can make a report. This police report might be needed by your insurance company when you go to make a claim.

Get an Estimate for Repairs

After your accident, you should visit our body shop for a repair estimate. This can help you figure out whether or not you should go through insurance or pay out of pocket for the fixes to your vehicle. The other driver’s insurance company may also demand a copy of that estimate.

Talk to Your Insurance Company

We suggest confirming your coverage with your insurance company. During that conversation, you can also ensure they have the information they need to pay fully and quickly.

If you need body repairs or new Jeep parts, our dealership should be your first stop. We’ll have your car looking like new in no time.