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On Behalf of | Dec 4, 2018 | Car Accidents |

Being involved in a car accident is one of the last things a person in Ohio wants to think about when they get in their vehicle. However, the reality of today’s world is that crashes can and do happen at any time. This is due, at least in part, to the fact that many negligent people fail to act in ways that are prudent and instead make choices that put innocent people at risk. Knowing this, it is important to have a plan in place for what to do should a wreck occur.

As recommended by the AAA Exchange, the number one priority after any car crash should be providing medical care to anyone who needs it. This might involve calling for emergency assistance as well as tending to immediate needs at the scene of the crash. The second thing that should be done is to ensure all vehicles and persons involved in the wreck are kept safe from additional injury or damage.

All vehicles able to be moved out of the way of oncoming traffic should be. People should remain in their vehicles so long as the vehicles are safe to be in. Flares or flashers should be used to alert other drivers to the scene so that they can avoid becoming entangled in the crash. It is at this point that drivers should exchange their necessary information.

If you would like more information about the steps you should take after you or a family member has been involved in a motor vehicle accident, please feel free to visit the crash assistance and compensation page of our Ohio personal injury website.

 

 

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