Getting accurate information when you crash can speed up a compensation claim

According to the Association of British Insurers (ABI) there are over 26 million vehicles on UK roads and one road traffic accident occurs every two minutes. Furthermore, one in eight drivers will be involved in a car crash this year.

Having a car accident and suffering personal injuries such as whiplash can be annoying enough, but when a protracted insurance claim drags on, you are bound to get frustrated. Not having the correct details or an accurate witness statement at the time of impact can prolong the process, as can disputes about the value of your vehicle.

Bad weather can increase the chances of a car accident and even experienced drivers can be involved in a vehicle accident that is not their fault. The trauma of the car accident can be upsetting and people often forget what steps they should immediately take in order to make a successful car accident compensation claim.

Information you need after you crash
There are some things UK drivers should do when they crash to make sure their rights are covered and their insurance company has as much information as possible to process their compensation claim. Remember, the more accurate detail you give them, the quicker they can help you.

1. Information about any personal injuries
   
   
2. A witness statement if a witness is present.
   
   
3. Pictures at the scene of the crash of both vehicles, particularly the angles of the vehicles and damage caused. If you are not at fault, you will need photographic evidence to prove this. Carry a digital camera or use your mobile phone.
   
   
4. If you are suffering from whiplash, make sure you take a picture of the angle of the headrest after impact. If you intend to make a whiplash compensation claim, photographs will help your case.
   
   
5. Full details of the car crash and the insurance company of the other party involved. Get as much detail as possible, including their phone numbers, house address and email address.
   

Buying an accident evidence kit and carrying it in your car to record information quickly can also help to progress your claim. The Crashmate accident kit at www.crashmate.co.uk can be put in the glovebox and retails at around £12. Such preparedness can only benefit you in the event of making a no win, no fee car accident claim.

Personal injury compensation claims
Roads are getting busier, everybody is under a lot of pressure, and the emphasis is on the driver to ensure they get to work and meetings on time. Time, pressure and work demands can make people drive faster and more recklessly, leading to a high incidence of car accidents. Read more about the causes of car accidents.

Even the best drivers get involved in non-fault accidents and are left with personal injuries. If this has happened to you, you may be eligible for compensation.

Our panel of personal injury solicitors are experts in their field and you won't be charged a penny at any time during your car accident claim.

Everything will be explained to you in clear English without using legal jargon and there really are absolutely no charges at all.

And with our excellent success rate in dealing with personal injury claims need we say anymore? So get in touch with us today. We can be reached on our e-chat facility, by you requesting a call back, by filling out one of our simple online claims forms or by calling us now on 0800 10 757 95 so we can talk you through the claims process and let you know whether you have a valid car accident compensation claim.