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BRIAN C. GUTIERREZ
ATTORNEY AT LAW
201 N. Main Street
Bryan, Texas 77803
979/823-0200
If You Are In An Accident
- Stay Calm.
- Call for police and/or medical help.
- If possible, move the vehicle to a
safe area, away from traffic.
- Stay at the scene of the accident until
authorities arrive. Never leave the scene of the accident.
Checklist: Scene Of The Accident
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Exchange name, address, driver’s license and insurance
information with the driver(s) involved in the accident. |
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Write down the license plate number of all vehicle(s)
involved. |
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If possible, take photographs of the scene of the
accident and the other car. |
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Be cautious when discussing the accident, any
statement you make can be used against you. |
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Get the name of the police officer taking the report. |
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Try to get the names, addresses, and telephone numbers
of any and all witnesses to the accident. If possible obtain a
written statement from the witness. |
Checklist: After The Accident
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Immediately notify your insurance representative and
document when notification was made. |
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Do not have your automobile repaired or disposed of
until you are sure that you have obtained good pictures of it.
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Contact your doctor and inform him/her about all of your
complaints. The doctor’s records will be used as evidence,
so make sure you inform your doctor of all your pains.
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Keep a record of the names and addresses of the doctors,
chiropractors, physical therapists or other medical personnel
who have treated you and the dates of your visits. |
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Keep an accurate record of all days lost from work because of
your injuries.
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Seek the advice of an attorney.
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For convenience, keep this Checklist in your glove box.
If you need help getting compensated for your loss,
please call the Law Office of Brian C. Gutierrez at
(979) 823-0200. The phones are answered 24 hours a day.
979/823-0200
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Law Office of
Brian C. Gutierrez, PLLC
201 N. Main Street
Bryan, Texas 77803
Phone: (979) 823-0200
Fax: (979) 775-2403
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