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FAX: 1-207-941-9608
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If You Are in an Accident, DO:
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Call 911 for police and EMS assistance.
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Render assistance if you are able, including medical aid if qualified.
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Write down the name, address, phone number, & insurance information of the other driver(s).
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Record the names of passengers involved in the accident.
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Note the make, model, year & license plate number of the vehicle(s).
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Give the other driver(s) your name, address, phone & insurance information.
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Try to identify any possible witnesses to the accident. Try to get their names, addresses, & telephone numbers. If they do not want to get involved, take down their license plate information.
ACCIDENT CHECKLIST
If You Are in an Accident, DO NOT:
- Make any statement about what happened to anyone other than a police officer.
- Apologize no matter who is at fault.
- Sign anything by the other driver(s) about the accident.
- Argue with the other driver(s) about what happened.
- Repair your vehicle until an attorney can inspect and photograph it.
These suggestions do not replace professional advice from an attorney.
Injured? Need Justice? Call Smith Law Offices today! We help working Mainers in the cities of Portland and Bangor and all other towns located in the counties of Cumberland, Penobscot, Hancock, Piscataquis, Aroostook, and Washington. This includes the towns of Westbrook, Falmouth, Limington, Brewer, Old Town, Ellsworth, West Enfield, Machias and Scarborough.
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