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    Accident Checklist

    What you do next matters. Use this checklist to protect your health and preserve evidence.

    Do these immediately

    • • Document everything immediately (photos/video of vehicles, injuries, and the scene)
    • • Do NOT talk to their insurance yet (especially recorded statements)
    • • Get medical attention right away (even if symptoms seem minor)
    • • Contact us before signing anything
    Collect evidence
    Photos, witness info, police report number, receipts.
    Protect your claim
    Avoid guessing fault; keep communications factual.
    Avoid mistakes
    Don’t sign releases or accept quick settlements.
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    This checklist is general information and not legal advice.

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