Driving at night has its joys, especially if you`re the kind of person who thrives in solitude. The dark sky, the dark tarmac, the quiet of the night, and the purr of an engine all combine to deliver a beautiful driving experience. But, night driving also has its dangers. Things like blurred vision, oncoming lights, unfamiliar roads, and fatigue all make night driving increase the risk of crashing. Have you ever thought about what you would do if you were to be involved in a car crash at night? Your actions following a crash can save lives and a lot more.
Continue reading to learn what you should do.
Turn on Hazard Warning Lights After a Car Crash at Night
At night there are usually fewer cars on the road, so drivers tend to drive at higher speeds.
If you get into an accident at night, the first thing you should do is to flip on your car`s hazard warning lights. Of course, this is under the assumption that the accident isn`t bad enough to immobilize you or affect the car`s lighting system.
You should also place the emergency triangles about 100-200 feet in the direction of approaching traffic. This will warn other drivers to slow down and drive more carefully; otherwise, another driver can ram into your vehicle, making the situation worse.
Get Medical Help
The next thing to get medical help if you or any of your passengers is hurt or unconscious.
If you`ve got a personal injury cover that comes with emergency evacuation services, call the hotline provided by your insurance company. Alternatively, call 911 and paramedics will be dispatched to the scene of the accident.
It`s important to note that even if you don`t have any visible injuries or not in any kind of pain, you should still get medical help. You might have suffered internal injuries that don`t immediately show any symptoms. A doctor will catch such injuries before they put your life in danger.
Get Legal Help
After getting treatment, you`ll want to consider whether to seek legal help, but this will depend on the circumstance of the accident.
First, if the crash involved more than one vehicle, the police will establish who was at fault. The at-fault party will be responsible for paying for the victim’s injuries and losses.
If this was the case, then you definitely need a lawyer on your side. Cases involving other parties can be complex, and the at-fault party can even deny that they were at fault. Your lawyer will take the necessary measures to make them accountable, or protect you if you were the one at fault.
And what if the accident didn`t involve any other party? Perhaps you hit a pothole and the car veered off the road, or you rammed into a sidewall, or you fell asleep on the wheel.
Well, you still need a car accident attorney. Your own auto insurance provider will investigate the accident before processing your claims. Your attorney will help ensure you are compensated adequately.
Take the Right Steps After a Night Crash
Although night driving is risky, there are instances when you just have to hit the road after dark. If unfortunately, you`re involved in a car crash at night, you now know what you should to save your life and get compensated for your injuries and losses.
Safe driving and keep tabs on our blog for more motoring tips and insights.