{"id":5634,"date":"2021-11-24T09:00:04","date_gmt":"2021-11-24T09:00:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/farmerwright.com\/?p=5634"},"modified":"2021-11-30T15:41:53","modified_gmt":"2021-11-30T15:41:53","slug":"what-to-do-after-a-kentucky-car-accident","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/farmerwright.com\/what-to-do-after-a-kentucky-car-accident\/","title":{"rendered":"What To Do After A Kentucky Car Accident"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_to_Remember_After_A_Kentucky_Car_Accident\"><\/span><strong>Things to Remember After A Kentucky Car Accident<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_65 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662e537170b10\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-662e537170b10\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/farmerwright.com\/what-to-do-after-a-kentucky-car-accident\/#Things_to_Remember_After_A_Kentucky_Car_Accident\" title=\"Things to Remember After A Kentucky Car Accident\">Things to Remember After A Kentucky Car Accident<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/farmerwright.com\/what-to-do-after-a-kentucky-car-accident\/#1_Check_for_injuries_and_seek_medical_help\" title=\"1. Check for injuries and seek medical help\">1. Check for injuries and seek medical help<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/farmerwright.com\/what-to-do-after-a-kentucky-car-accident\/#2_Secure_the_accident_site\" title=\"2. Secure the accident site.\">2. Secure the accident site.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/farmerwright.com\/what-to-do-after-a-kentucky-car-accident\/#3_Call_the_police\" title=\"3. Call the police.\">3. Call the police.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/farmerwright.com\/what-to-do-after-a-kentucky-car-accident\/#4_Get_details_of_the_people_involved\" title=\"4. Get details of the people involved.\">4. Get details of the people involved.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/farmerwright.com\/what-to-do-after-a-kentucky-car-accident\/#5_Take_photos\" title=\"5. Take photos.\">5. Take photos.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/farmerwright.com\/what-to-do-after-a-kentucky-car-accident\/#6_Know_Your_Legal_Rights\" title=\"6. Know Your Legal Rights\">6. Know Your Legal Rights<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/farmerwright.com\/what-to-do-after-a-kentucky-car-accident\/#What_Not_To_Do\" title=\"What Not To Do\">What Not To Do<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/farmerwright.com\/what-to-do-after-a-kentucky-car-accident\/#Pursuing_Lawsuits_on_Personal_Injury\" title=\"Pursuing Lawsuits on Personal Injury\">Pursuing Lawsuits on Personal Injury<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/farmerwright.com\/what-to-do-after-a-kentucky-car-accident\/#Getting_the_Most_Out_Of_Your_Insurance\" title=\"Getting the Most Out Of Your Insurance\">Getting the Most Out Of Your Insurance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/farmerwright.com\/what-to-do-after-a-kentucky-car-accident\/#Consult_With_a_Paducah_Kentucky_Auto_Accident_Lawyer\" title=\"Consult With a Paducah, Kentucky Auto Accident Lawyer\">Consult With a Paducah, Kentucky Auto Accident Lawyer<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/farmerwright.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/What-to-do-after-a-car-accident.webp\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5638\" title=\"What to do after a car accident\" src=\"https:\/\/farmerwright.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/What-to-do-after-a-car-accident.webp\" alt=\"What to do after a car accident\" width=\"700\" height=\"437\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration or the NHTSA, car and traffic accidents happen every 60 seconds. This means more than 5 million accidents occur in the country every year. In Kentucky, state police report that about 1 in 154 Kentucky residents was injured in a traffic collision. Moreover, speeding and distracted driving such as texting while driving was blamed as the top contributing factor for all collisions in 2020. It was the cause in 1 of every 3 collisions. Other causes include speeding and driving under the influence (DUI).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/farmerwright.com\/car-accident-attorney\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Car accidents are far more common than we realize. <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although avoidable, it may happen at any time. Thankfully, most of these <a href=\"\/injured-in-car-accidents-what-to-avoid-in-personal-injury-cases\/\">car accidents<\/a> only involve property or vehicle damages. However, one out of three <a href=\"\/automobile-accidents-and-personal-injuries\/\">accidents have caused personal injury<\/a> and in these instances, two out of ten accidents have led to fatalities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Safety is first and foremost the priority. When you get into a car accident, there are certain things that you need to do in order to ensure that everyone and your property are safe.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Car accidents come from nowhere. No one wakes up with the knowledge of an accident for that day. Being involved in a vehicular accident can shake you up and render you confused, overwhelmed, and at a loss. As such, it is important to keep in mind the following to be on top of an otherwise, shocking event. Furthermore, consulting a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/farmerwright.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reliable personal injury law firm in Paducah<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can help ease the burden when claiming compensation in case of injury or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/farmerwright.com\/kentucky-personal-injury-attorneys\/wrongful-death\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">wrongful death<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Check_for_injuries_and_seek_medical_help\"><\/span><b>1. Check for injuries and seek medical help<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are involved in a vehicular accident, check yourself for injuries before checking your companions and seek medical attention if needed. You can call for an ambulance yourself or ask someone else to do it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Should you feel fine and without serious injuries, you can also <a href=\"\/what-to-do-after-vehicle-accidents\/\">check other people involved in the accident<\/a> like the people in the other vehicles or pedestrians. Especially in remote areas with no witnesses, people involved in the accident have to rely on themselves to seek medical help.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Secure_the_accident_site\"><\/span><b>2. Secure the accident site.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If the accident happened at night, you need to alert motorists and prevent further accidents by keeping your flashers or hazard lights on or by setting up emergency triangles. If the car lights don\u2019t work anymore, try looking for alternative sources of light such as flashlights while waiting for help to arrive.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Call_the_police\"><\/span><b>3. Call the police.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No matter how small the accident is, it is important to get the police involved. When the police arrive at the scene, try your best to give the most accurate statements. Tell the officers if you are unsure or if you don\u2019t know. Listen to the statements made by the other party and check for possible inaccurate declarations.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Should there be no other vehicle or person involved and your vehicle is still safe to drive or the accident was so minor that you and the other driver have come to an agreement that you both can leave and get to your appointments, you can go to the nearest police station to report the accident yourself.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Under Kentucky state laws, drivers must report all vehicular accidents that cause injury to at least one person or at least $500 in property damage. This accident report is required by law and also to get compensation for your losses from insurance companies. Even without human injury or property damage, reporting the accident to the police is still very much recommended.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Get_details_of_the_people_involved\"><\/span><b>4. Get details of the people involved.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can exchange personal and insurance information with the other driver. The most important information you need to take from the other driver are:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">His\/her full name and contact details<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Headcount, names, and contact number of the passengers of the other car<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The insurance company, policy number, and insurance coverage<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Driver\u2019s license and vehicle plate number<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Type, color, and make of the vehicle<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The accident\u2019s location<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is also worth asking for and writing down names and contact details of witnesses and asking their observations on the accident.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One thing to do to prepare for possible incidents like this is to keep an accident checklist in your car that you can just use and fill out should the need arise. Car crashes, no matter how minor, can shake your thoughts into disarray and <a href=\"\/important-things-to-do-during-a-car-accident\/\">you might miss out on important things to do<\/a> or take note of, like checking if the other driver is underinsured or uninsured. Dealing with uninsured motorists can aggravate your stress.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Take_photos\"><\/span><b>5. Take photos.<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Document the accident thoroughly by taking lots of photos: close-up shots of the impact area, the vehicle damage to both cars, license plates and wide shots of the state of the automobiles after the accident, the car wreck, and the overall scene of the accident including road markers and signages.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Know_Your_Legal_Rights\"><\/span><b>6. Know Your Legal Rights<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Aside from filing for compensation, such as\u00a0 car accident claims and personal injury claims, from your insurance company as stipulated in your insurance policy, it is also very important to consult an accident attorney to protect your rights, get <a href=\"\/kentucky-car-accident-injury-in-bad-weather-who-is-responsible\/\">remuneration for the severity of your bodily injury<\/a> and ensure that your best interests are covered. Farmer and Wright <a href=\"\/attorneys\/\">Attorneys in Paducah, Kentucky<\/a> can provide you with vital legal advice for personal injury protection. They can help you when providing statements and getting full compensation for <a href=\"\/how-personal-injury-lawyers-can-help-in-car-accidents\/\">accident claims and damages to your vehicle and personal injuries<\/a> for yourself and your passengers.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Not_To_Do\"><\/span><b>What Not To Do<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even for minor accidents such as a fender bender, do not drive away or be negligent and commit a hit and run. You can avoid several legal complications including a car accident lawsuit in the future. Prevent legal liability by doing your duty of stopping and dealing with the accident.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kentucky car accident lawyers would also recommend you not to discuss who\u2019s the person at fault. Wait for the verdict that will be made by the authorities. Do not say anything that could implicate you in an automobile accident lawsuit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Never settle without a lawyer present. Settling and negotiating with the other driver could be a good decision. However, you might be on the losing end of the bargain if you are not familiar with the intricacies of the laws and the processes with which to file injury claims, accident claims, and insurance claims.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pursuing_Lawsuits_on_Personal_Injury\"><\/span><b>Pursuing Lawsuits on Personal Injury<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to personal injury law, when medical expenses caused by an accident reach $1,000 or if the accident has resulted in accident injuries such as permanent disfigurement, broken bones, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/farmerwright.com\/kentucky-personal-injury-attorneys\/brain-injury\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">brain injuries<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, other permanent and serious injury or fatality, a personal injury lawsuit may be filed to seek the compensation you are entitled to from the outfall\u00a0 driver. Compensation not only covers your <a href=\"\/can-you-file-bankruptcy-on-medical-bills\/\">medical bills<\/a> but also lost wages and vehicle damages. You may also be compensated for your pain, suffering, and emotional distress.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Get <a href=\"\/paducah-ky-personal-injury-attorneys\/\">personal injury attorneys in Paducah<\/a> to process your injury claims so you can avail of the maximum benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Getting_the_Most_Out_Of_Your_Insurance\"><\/span><b>Getting the Most Out Of Your Insurance<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most insurance companies offer unreasonably low settlements. As such, it is important to involve the law enforcement officers and file a report following an accident. Doing so enables your personal injury lawyer to <a href=\"\/why-hire-a-personal-injury-lawyer\/\">fight strongly on your behalf<\/a> and get you a fair settlement amount for your car accident case.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Consult_With_a_Paducah_Kentucky_Auto_Accident_Lawyer\"><\/span><b>Consult With a Paducah, Kentucky Auto Accident Lawyer<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Were you or a loved one involved and injured in a car accident?\u00a0 It really can get confusing and overwhelming. Leave all your worries to law firm Farmer and Wright Attorneys and let them do the work, make the claim, and negotiate for you. Not all auto accident cases go to trial. Reputable car accident attorneys can negotiate a fair car accident settlement for you. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/farmerwright.com\/schedule-a-free-consultation\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Schedule your free consultation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> today.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Things to Remember After A Kentucky Car Accident According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration or the NHTSA, car and traffic accidents happen every 60 seconds. This means more than 5 million accidents occur in the country every year. 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