Key takeaway
One folder, everything in it: photos, the police report number, medical records, receipts, and a short written timeline. Future-you will be grateful.
From the scene
- Photos and videos — vehicles, the whole scene, the road
- The other driver’s name, phone, insurance, license, and plate
- Witness names and numbers
- The police report number
From the days after
- Medical visit summaries, instructions, and receipts
- Repair estimates, towing and rental receipts
- Anything insurers send you
- A short written timeline: what happened, and how you’ve felt since
The one-folder habit
Paper folder or a folder on your phone — it doesn’t matter which. What matters is that everything lives in one place, added the day you get it. A printable version of this checklist is coming soon.
General information, not legal advice. Every situation is different — consult a licensed attorney about your specific circumstances.
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Sources
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov)
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention — Transportation Safety (cdc.gov)
- USA.gov — Motor vehicle services and accident basics (usa.gov)
