What To Do If You’ve Been In A Car Accident In Oregon?

If you are in a car accident in Oregon, it is important to remain calm and take the following steps:

  1. Check for injuries: If you or anyone else involved in the accident is injured, call 911 or your local emergency number for medical assistance.
  2. Get to a safe place: If the accident was minor and the vehicles are still drivable, move them to a safe location out of the way of traffic. If the vehicles are not drivable or it is unsafe to move them, turn on the hazard lights and stay inside the vehicle with your seatbelt fastened until help arrives.
  3. Call the police: Even if the accident was minor, it is important to call the police. They will document the accident and help determine who is at fault.
  4. Exchange information: Gather the contact and insurance information from the other driver(s) involved in the accident.
  5. Take photos and videos: Use your phone or camera to take photos and videos of the damage to both vehicles, as well as any visible injuries.
  6. Report the accident: Notify your insurance company as soon as possible to report the accident. Also complete an accident report and send it to the Oregon DMV within 72 hours.
  7. Seek medical attention: If you were injured in the accident, even if the injuries seem minor, it is important to seek medical attention. Some injuries, such as head injuries or internal bleeding, may not be immediately apparent.
  8. Document any on-going medical issues with notes, and keep copies of all medical records and expenses.
  9. Document any missed work or lost income if injuries caused you to be unable to work.
  10. Document any expenses related to the repair of your vehicle and keep all estimates and receipts.
  11. Contact a lawyer certainly before settling with your insurance company or the insurance company for the other driver. Ideally, speak with a lawyer before you even speak with your insurance agent or any insurance adjusters. Their job, interest, and motivation will to try an be to reduce any amount they have to pay you for reimbursement or compensation.

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