What to do after an accident in Alabama

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Sometimes you may not know exactly what to do after an accident, but having an independent insurance agent, like Diamond Assurance Group, on your side can give you peace of mind.  Having the proper auto insurance in place is the first step, so review your coverage with your agent to ensure you’re properly covered.

  • Immediately after the accident, check to see if anyone is injured and if so, call 911 right away. 
  • Next, stay calm and make sure you’re safe.  If the vehicle is safe to drive, pull it to the side out of being a traffic hazard.
  • Don’t discuss who is at fault and just focus on documentation.  Exchange information with all persons involved, including addresses, phone numbers, email, vehicle and insurance information.
  • Take pictures or video and write down what happened.  It’s best to document while it’s fresh in your memory as you may need to refer to your notes years later.
  • Finally, inform your insurance agent and insurance company.  They can work with you on the next steps in the claims process. 

Here at Diamond Assurance Group in Birmingham & Cullman Alabama, we are here to help you through this stressful situation, so let us know if you need any help after your accident.  You can also start the process with us if it’s after hours by filling out our online claim form.

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