IN AN ACCIDENT?

Motor City Collision Repair Center In an Accident Checklist?

We understand being involved in a collision is a highly stressful event, yet navigating the post-accident period is of critical importance with substantial implications for safety, law, and insurance. We organized 12 post-collision tips to follow if you are ever involved in an accident. Review the tips below or go to our accident checklist page for more information, file them in memory, and remember you can come back at your convenience to review them. Follow the 12 tips when necessary, then contact us for a collision repair estimate at Motor City Collision Repair Center in Bakersfield, CA.

Step 1

Stop in a safe position and turn off your vehicle.

Step 2

Check yourself and your passengers for injuries.

Step 3

Call 9-1-1 and report the accident and injuries to dispatch an ambulance.

Step 4

If possible, take photos of the vehicles involved, including license plate numbers and the scene.

Step 5

Collect insurance information from other drivers, and the witness’s contact information (name, address, telephone #, and email)

Step 6

Talk only to emergency responders at the scene; make statements of fact and be truthful.

Step 7

Check for AAA or tow truck benefits and remove valuables before towing.

Step 8

Seek medical treatment if injured or get checked.

Step 9

Call your insurance company to report the accident.

Step 10

Do not provide a statement to insurance company representatives before consulting a lawyer.

Step 11

Do not post information about the accident on any social media site.

Certified Collision Repair Services, Near Lamont, Rosedale, and Seven Oaks, CA

Beyond helping you navigate the stressful post-accident period with 12 essential tips, we provide comprehensive collision repairs according to certified standards and exceptional service value guaranteed by a warranty. We prove our commitment to collision repair excellence by carrying numerous certifications, including I-CAR Gold Class certified AAAA shop status. Our certified technicians have substantial hands-on experience, meticulous attention to detail, and accreditations from leading authorities like GM, Lexus, and ASE. Our state-of-the-art facility has factory-approved equipment, and we only install genuine OEM parts. Our certified auto body repair orientation allows us to provide world-class service for all makes and models.

Schedule an Estimate at Motor City Collision Repair Center in Bakersfield, CA

After implementing the 12 post-collision tips, contact us to arrange your collision repair estimate by submitting the online Estimate Request form or calling during open hours. Our objective is quick yet thorough estimates to support streamlined claim approvals and schedule service at the earliest opportunity. Don’t forget to contact our on-site rental car department if you need alternative transportation.