If you ask anybody about the best invention ever to be created, there is a good chance that a lot of people will reply with a motor vehicle as their answer. Motor vehicles give us a sense of freedom that we would have never had before. They allow us to go where we want and whenever we want to. If we wanted, we could be at the other end of the country in hours.
They allow us to visit family and friends on a regular basis, and keep us out of the cold in the winter. A lot of people say the type of motor vehicle you have is a show of your personality. In some cases, motor vehicles give a sense of social status – some vehicles are aimed at female drivers, others at male drivers.
With the latest rise in fuel, running our vehicles is becoming more and more expensive – however, we still find a way to pay for them each month, because we all know that life would be so much harder without them. As much as we love driving our vehicle, we all know that every time we do, there is a chance that we could become involved in a road traffic accident.
Road traffic accidents happen on a daily basis, and are always in the news. They are known for causing traffic jams and congestion on our roads – especially in rush hour. Some accidents have caused delays for as long as six hours.
If you become involved in a road traffic accident, there are a number of things you should do:
- Take note of the contact details of any other parties involved. You should write down their name, address, and contact telephone number. You should also write down their insurance details along with the make, model, and registration of their vehicle.
- At the scene of the accident, you should make sure everyone is safe – you may need to contact the emergency services to assist you with any injuries. The police might need to shut the road off whilst any debris is cleaned away.
- After the accident it is important that you seek medical attention. You should make your GP aware of how your injuries were sustained – they will then be able to make note of this in your medical records.
- Try to write down an account of what happened when the accident took place. What were the weather conditions that day? Was it light or dark?
If you have been involved in a road traffic accident that was not your fault, you may be able to make an injury compensation claim. For more information on making a claim, contact the Injury Lawyers for free and friendly advice about claiming.
