If you're in a car accident, you should exchange information with the other driver. Be sure to obtain their name and address as well as their insurance information. Be sure to also get their car's license number and description. However, not all drivers are cooperative about giving you this information. They may even leave the scene. If this happens to you, stay calm and follow the steps listed below.

Call the police:

If everyone is alright, and no one needs an ambulance, call the police, especially if the other driver appears extremely agitated or aggressive. If the driver leaves without providing information, he or she could be charged with a hit and run and could be arrested. If your car is in the middle of traffic, move it to the side of the road to lessen the risk of a chain-reaction accident.

Document the scene:

Depending on the driving conditions, it may take a while for the police to get to where you are. While you are waiting and the accident is still fresh in your mind, try to document the scene as much as possible, including the description of the other driver, their car and their car's license plate number if you can get it. If you have a camera, then take as many pictures as possible of your car and the other person's car if they're still at the scene.

Contact your insurance company:

Whether or not it is your fault, always report any accident to your insurance company as soon as possible. Give them any documentation you have, including a police report, if possible. Be completely honest even if you think the accident was your fault. Your insurance company will do its own investigation and will get back to you with a fault determination.

Contact an attorney:

You may want to contact an attorney to help you get the best and quickest settlement. Insurance company lawyers are mostly working to keep costs down for their employers. They may move slowly and even delay settlement of your claim. Hiring your own attorney means that someone will be looking out for your interests.

Dealing with an uncooperative driver in a car accident is frustrating, but it doesn't mean you won't be able to be compensated for your damages. Do not put yourself at risk by arguing or provoking the other driver, but use the above information to protect yourself. If you have any questions or concerns after any kind of accident, contact a law firm, such as the Palmetto Injury Lawyers.

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