Five Steps to Take After an Accident:

1. Call the Police. Even if for small accidents, call 911. Police will help redirect traffic and document the incident.

2. Avoid Additional Damage. Move your car from the road way as soon as possible to prevent additional collisions.

3. Get the Right Information for the Insurance Process. You'll need the other driver's name, license, phone number, insurance information including agent if they have one.

4. Document the Accident. From taking pictures of the damage to the position of the cars before moving them. Obtain the names, addresses and telephone numbers of witnesses.

5. File an Accident Report. File a state vehicle accident report if required for the state you reside in.

THE MOVE EVIDENCE YOU CAN GATHER FOR THE CLAIM THE BETTER.

ALSO, PLEASE DO NOT WAIT TO HEAR BACK FROM YOUR AGENT BEFORE REPORTING THE CLAIM TO YOUR INSURANCE COMPANY. PROMPT REPORTING MOVES THE CLAIM ALONG QUICKLY.

CALL YOUR INSURANCE AGENT WITH ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS, NO MATTER HOW SMALL THEY SEEM. WE ARE HERE TO HELP!!