Car Accidents can be hectic, and it is hard to remember what to do at the moment, but we are hoping that by providing this comprehensive list that many individuals will become more educated and protect their legal rights after being involved in a motor vehicle accident in Tennessee.

First things first, assess yourself and everyone else that was involved in the accident and see if they require immediate medical care.

This way, when you call for the police to come to the scene, you can tell them whether an ambulance or other medical services are needed as well.

When the police arrive on the scene they will create an official police report to document the accident, who was at fault, the damages, any injuries, and will even ticket the at-fault driver.

This police report is essential for the victim because, without it, it can be difficult to prove fault and have the negligent driver’s insurance company pay for all of the accident-related expenses.

While you are still at the accident scene, it would be smart to gather evidence of your own.

This can be vital if your claim is denied and you need to hire a personal injury attorney to represent you.

Be sure to talk to witnesses, photograph damage to the vehicles, any visible injuries, the weather conditions, traffic patterns, and any road signs or signals of importance.

Having witness statements and pictures to build a strong case against the negligent party is priceless.