A car accident can happen at any time, and it’s important to know what to do after one occurs. The Colorado Department of Transportation reports a total of 50 fatal car accidents in Denver in 2020, along with 17 car accidents that caused severe injuries. You don’t want to become a car accident victim, even though this shows that Denver is a safe community for drivers.
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Whether another driver hit your car or you hit a tree, knowing how to get financial compensation for your injuries is key. Here are some steps you can take after an accident in Denver.
What to do after a car accident in Denver?
Call emergency
After a car accident in Denver, the first thing you should do is call 911. This can be over the phone or through a “911” app on your phone. If anyone is injured, this will ensure that emergency services are sent to where they’re needed right away.
Get treatment
Seek medical attention if you believe you’ve sustained injuries from the accident.
It is also a good idea to seek medical attention even if you don’t feel like you were injured in the crash.
After a mass casualty accident, doctors usually have a lot of patients and may not have time to deal with every single one immediately; however, you can trust that they will do their best if someone’s life is at risk.
Document (if possible, take photos of any damage caused by the accident) all costs associated with your injuries (medical bills, hospital visits) so they can be used for reimbursement purposes later on in court proceedings against another party who may have been responsible for causing those damages.
Call the police
Call the police to report the accident and your insurance company to file a claim.
Gather information
If you have time before calling 911, you must get as much information from the other driver(s) as possible:
- Write down license plate numbers
- Write down vehicle make and model
- Write down the driver’s name and their insurance info
It’s important to keep a record of all communication between yourself and your insurance company. This includes phone calls, emails, and letters. If you are having trouble getting in touch with them or they are not responding to your requests for information, send them a letter via certified mail with a return receipt requested.
Also, keep copies of all medical bills and receipts for car repairs and documents related to your case (e.g., police report). These records…
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