Stephen T. Holman, P. A.
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Pensacola, FL 32501

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What To Do In An Auto Accident

ABOUT THIS GUIDE:

No one expects them, but accidents happen.  If you are in an accident, what you say and do can affect how much you recover.  Please keep this guide in your glove compartment and follow the steps listed in case of an accident.  They will help you get the information needed to resolve your claim and get the maximum recovery for your injuries.

Stephen T. Holman
Attorney At Law

IF AN ACCIDENT HAPPENS:

  • Call 911 to get help for anyone badly hurt.

  • GATHER THE INFORMATION listed on the opposite pages.

  • DO NOT DISCUSS the accident with anyone, except to answer questions asked by police officers.

  • DO NOT TAKE ANY BLAME for the accident.

  • CALL US IMMEDIATELY FOR A FREE CONSULATION. We will explain your rights and duties, and fight to obtain the maximum recovery for you.

RECORD THIS INFORMATION:

OTHER DRIVER'S

Name ________________________________________________________________

Address ______________________________________________________________

Home Phone # _________________________________________________________

Work Phone # _________________________________________________________

Driver's License # ______________________________________________________

Date of Birth __________________________________________________________

Insurance Co. _________________________________________________________

Policy # ______________________________________________________________

 

OTHER VEHICLE'S

Make / Model _________________________________________________________

Year _________________________________________________________________

License # _____________________________________________________________

Vehicle ID # __________________________________________________________

Owner's Name ________________________________________________________

Address ______________________________________________________________

Phone # ______________________________________________________________

 

WITNESSES ( INCLUDING PASSENGERS)

Name _______________________________________________________________ 

Address _____________________________________________________________ 

Phone # _____________________________________________________________ 

Name _______________________________________________________________ 

Address ______________________________________________________________ 

Phone # ______________________________________________________________ 

Officer _______________________________________________________________ 

Department ___________________________ Badge # _________________________ 

 

DIAGRAM OF ACCIDENT: 

Draw the positions of both cars before, during and after the accident.  Include Traffic signs, stop lights and street lights. 

Date / Time of Accident _________________________________________________ 

Weather Conditions ____________________________________________________ 

Road Conditions _______________________________________________________ 

Location _____________________________________________________________ 

Notes ________________________________________________________________ 

_____________________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________ 

_____________________________________________________________________ 

 

AFTER THE ACCIDENT: 

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CALL US IMMEDIATELY.  The time right after the accident can be vital to your claim.  Evidence is gathered, witnesses are interviewed and other factors in the case are developed.  Also, there are time limits for making claims.  Thus, call us as soon as possible.  

   
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CALL EVEN IF YOU THINK YOU WERE PARTLY AT FAULT.  We may still be able to get you a recovery. 

   
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DO NOT TALK TO THE OTHER SIDE’S INSURANCE COMPANY without first consulting us.  You are not legally obligated to speak to the other insurance company. 

   
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DO NOT SIGN ANYTHING without first consulting us.