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What to do right after an accident

July 1, 2026

What to do right after an accident

After a traffic accident, the first 30 minutes matter a lot. Stay calm and follow these steps.

The 5 key steps

  1. Secure the scene: hazard lights, triangle, vest. People first.
  2. Photograph everything: car positions, damage, plates, signs.
  3. Other party’s details: name, insurer, policy number. Don’t admit fault.
  4. European accident report: fill it in together.
  5. Call the police if there are injuries, disagreement or major damage.

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