If You Are Involved in an Accident.
• Safety Experts Recommend the Following Steps
Stop as soon as you can safely, even if you have been only indirectly involved and your car is undamaged. Turn off your car, but leave the key in the ignition. Check that the parking brake is on.
Don’t panic, even though you are feeling shock from the accident and concern for your baby.
Call 9-1-1 for the police from your car,
Call a family member or friend to pick you and your baby up. It’s best to call for help to drive you home, especially if you are upset or your car is disabled.
The baby must be checked by the doctor.
If another passenger has been driving in your car, if possible, have her get the following information, as you stay with your baby:
Before the cars are moved, if possible, make a sketch
including the following :
• The position of the cars and their relation to the other car involved.
• Whether any car has crossed the central dividing line.
• If there are skid marks, estimate their length.
• Write down the damage to your car. If possible, look at the condition of the other cars. Were their lights working? Do their tires appear in good condition or worn?
