3 TIPS IF YOU'VE BEEN INVOLVED IN A CAR ACCIDENT:: "Help! I've Had A Car Accident!" If you are involved in one of the 7 million traffic crashes reported annually, you know that getting in a car accident can be extremely stressful and make you feel helpless. You numbly check that everyone on board is okay, your mind racing as you try to sort out what will get you safely back on the road. While you can’t eliminate the stress and inconvenience of a car accident, you can reduce it by following these three tips: Take immediate action, report the accident and have your vehicle properly repaired by a qualified shop that will perform a complete, safe and quality repair. About 65 percent of vehicles involved in traffic crashes will require repairs. 1. Take immediate action • Calmly assess the situation. Is anyone injured? Is there broken glass, fire, smoke or other potential hazards? • Call 911 to report injuries and the accident. • If no one is injured and your vehicle is drivable, move your car to a safe place and turn on your hazard lights. Otherwise, leave your car where it is. 2. Report the accident • If other drivers are involved, exchange insurance and other information, including contact information, vehicle make and model, license plate number and witness information. • Get a copy of the police report, which may be required to file a claim. • Call the number on your insurance card to report the accident and file a claim with your insurance company. Be sure to get your claim number. 3. Have your vehicle properly repaired @ Integrity Collision Center . https://www.instagram.com/p/CEc-lUZjbsV/?igshid=1q6obgtk0hfta