Should I call the Police?

When involved in a car accident, truck accident, pedestrian accident or any type of accident in the Bronx, New York or anywhere adrenaline runs high. Strangely, your instinct may be to "get away" from the accident scene as soon as possible. What you think is a minor accident may not be minor at all. Your initial desire to just put it behind you and get on with your day may be harmful to your health and your potential personal injury claim. This instinct must be resisted. First, if you need medical attention, you must say so at the scene of the accident. Don't wait to see if you feel better later. Get medical attention right away. Second, you must ask that someone call the police if you are unable to make such a call yourself.

The Police arriving at the accident scene will result in the issuance of A Police Accident Report. A Police Accident Report is a crucial document to any claim for injuries sustained in any type of accident. In Bronx County it is the New York City Police Department that will most likely respond to a reported accident. The Police Officer on the scene will gather vital information that will become central to your personal injury lawsuit. The names, addresses, and statements of any witnesses may be recorded on the Police Accident Report. Insurance companies for all parties involved will be identified and recorded. Complaints of pain and injury locations will be documented. Additionally, a diagram and written description of how the accident happened will be illustrated by the Police Officer on the Report. This information is crucial and often has great impact on the outcome of your Bronx personal injury case.

When the unfortunate event of an accident occurs the advice is simple. Call the Police.