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Prepare for car accidents with these top tips

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October 20, 2020
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The thought of being in a car accident is stressful and scary. Alongside getting serious injuries and car damages, you might face appearing in court and subsequently find yourself contacting a lawyer (see these car accident lawyers in the Ottawa area for more information). It isn’t a situation anyone wants to find themselves in…

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However, it’s important to prepare for the worst, just in case you ever get into a car accident. Being prepared will make the situation less stressful, and could prevent any serious issues. Here are some ways to prepare for a car accident. 

Know the protocol 

Do you know what you should do immediately after a car accident? Being prepared means knowing what to do next. Often, people panic because they are in a state of shock. They might not know what to do, and this causes issues later. 

So, read up on what the next steps are. These include stopping your vehicle, putting on your hazards and checking for injuries. If you can, you’ll need to take photographs of any damages and get the details of any witnesses. Knowing that you need to do will make you better prepared if you get into an accident. If you’re worried that you’ll forget, make a cheat sheet and carry it in your car. 

First aid kit

If a car accident is relatively minor, you might have a few cuts and scratches. Keeping a first-aid kit in your bag could be incredibly useful, especially if your accident takes place on a country road a while away from a hospital. Being able to bandage a cut or ice a bruise could help to relieve pain and get you to a hospital more safely. In serious situations, it could save your life. 

Insurance

Having car insurance is a key way to prepare you for a car accident. Car insurance covers the costs of any damages to your vehicle. Without it, you aren’t prepared for an accident as you might not have any way of fixing your vehicle. It is also illegal to drive without insurance. So, make sure that you are with an insurance provider you trust. Speak to a number of companies and get some quotes. Preparing for a car accident means asking around and feeling confident that your insurance company will help you through the worst-case scenario. 

Carry your cellphone

If you get into a car accident in an isolated area where there aren’t any witnesses, you’ll be in a difficult situation if you don’t have a cellphone. So, while it’s important not to use your cellphone while driving, it’s necessary to carry it with you at all times. This means that, if you’re stuck somewhere with a damaged and ill-functioning vehicle, you will be able to call roadside assistance for help. 

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