We recommend that you print this page and cut out the checklist below and always keep it in your car or wallet/purse. If one day you are involved in a car accident, take out the list and complete each item one by one. This way you don't forget an important step that may affect you in the future.
List | Notes | Verify |
Driver's Name (third party) | | |
License Plate Number | Take a picture of their license plate | |
Phone Number | Call the third party driver directly from the scene of the accident. Sometimes drivers give the wrong number. | |
Insurance Company ID Number | Take a picture of the ID card |
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| Policy Number | Take a picture of the number | |
Expiration Date | Check the date to make sure it has not expired | |
Location of the Accident | | |
Take Pictures (1) | Take pictures of the car damages from different angles. Also take pictures of the other cars involved in the accident. | |
Take Pictures (2) | Take pictures after the accident of any injuries that you may have obtained due to the accident (bruises, fractures, or any bleeding) | |
Name of Witness(es) | If it's difficult to write down comments about the accident given by the witness, get a voice recording instead. | |
Telephone Number of Witness(es) | | |
Police Report | When you receive the police report, make sure that the third party's information is located on top and the defender's information is at the bottom. Confirm this to avoid any confusion. | |
Exchange of Information | | |
Accident Report for Insurance Company | Obtain the claim number from your insurance company. | |
Emergency Room (Call 911) | If you feel like you have any bone fractures, have severe pain, or are bleeding from anywhere, please call 911 so that an ambulance can take you to the ER | |
Call a Clinic | Choose and contact a clinic that can treat any injury that you may have | |
Total Care Clinic (next to H-Mart in Lynnwood): (425)775-1313 |
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