Stop at once. Report the accident to the police station of the city in which the accident occurred.

Make sure no one is injured. If injuries appear serious, call an ambulance.

Write a complete description of the accident as soon as possible.

Call your Insurance Company and/or agent.

Have even minor damage repaired. For safety purposes, whether your car has a broken tail-light or a cracked windshield, having your car repaired in a timely manner may not only benefit your car’s condition, but it can also prevent future accidents and injuries.

Some insurance companies ask you to go to their drive- in claims center; however, the choice is yours and you can choose to leave your vehicle at your collision repair shop and ask the insurance company to inspect it there.

It is your right to go to the repair shop of your choice. There is no insurance company that can require you to go to a particular shop.

MOST IMPORTANTLY, once you have chosen your autobody collision expert, let that expert work with you during your negotiations with your insurance company. Experience with insurance companies and experience in vehicular auto-body repairing is a winning combination for you.