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What To Do After a Car Accident

The first few minutes after a collision matter. Your priority is to get yourself and other road users to safety, then collect the information needed to deal with what happens next.

Drivers safely exchanging information after a road traffic accident
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1. Check everyone is safe

If anyone is seriously injured or there is immediate danger, contact the emergency services. Do not put yourself at risk trying to help or photograph the scene.

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2. Exchange details

Collect the other driver's name, address, registration number and insurance details where available. Record the details of any witnesses.

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3. Photograph the scene

Where it is safe, photograph the damage to both vehicles, registration plates, the position of the vehicles, road markings, signs, junctions and the wider scene.

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4. Do not admit liability at the roadside

You may not have all the facts immediately after a collision. Give an accurate account of what happened without making assumptions about responsibility.

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5. Check whether your vehicle is safe to drive

If you have doubts about the vehicle, do not take the risk. Contact Prestige First to discuss recovery.

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6. Contact Prestige First

Once you are safe, call 0141 648 8888. We can discuss recovery, repairs, replacement vehicle arrangements and the practical next steps that apply to your circumstances.

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