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General Guide to Dealing With a Fender Bender Effectively

Nobody ever wants to be involved in a fender bender. Still, chances are, many of us will. Learn to deal with one efficiently with this post that Oilrich in New York, Massachusetts, and Connecticut has for you.

If you've ever been involved in a fender bender, you're aware of how annoying they can be. Even a minor one, where no one was hurt, or there wasn't any significant damage, can put a damper on your day, stress you out, and make you deal with it when you would rather do anything else.

Still, one way to reduce that stress is to learn the steps to take if you're ever in a fender bender. Knowing what to do and how will allow you to deal with the problem in a more efficient and level-headed way.

If you need assistance with this subject, worry not. In the following post, you will find a general guide on the process you should go through if you have a fender bender.

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How to Deal with a Fender Bender While on the Road

Make Sure Everyone's Okay

Before anything else happens, you need to make sure that everyone is okay. Check that yourself, your passengers, and the people in the other vehicle are all safe before you keep going.

Try to Remain Calm

This step can be difficult to achieve, but give it your best try. Yes, fender benders are annoying, but being mad will only make matters worse. Try breathing exercises to bring your nerves and stress down.

Look at the Damage Done

After you know that everyone is okay and you've controlled your emotions, get out of the car and look at the damage. You need to do this to learn what steps you should take next.

Contact ;the Police/Insurance Company

You may want to call your insurance company to notify them of the situation. Depending on where the fender bender took place, you may also have to contact the police and file a police report.

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Exchange Info with the Other Driver

You will also have to talk to the other driver and exchange information. Write down their name, phone number, and address, as well as the vehicle's plates, make, and model. Verify the information.

Document What Happened

It's important to have records of the situation. Talk to people who saw the accident and take photos and notes of the wreck. This can be handy to determine fault and help the police and your insurance.

If Possible, Get Out of the Way

Another annoying consequence of fender benders is the traffic jams they cause. If you've documented all of the information and your vehicle works correctly, consider getting out of the way.

Inform People of the Situation

Take some time to let people close to you know that you've been in a wreck, that you're okay, and request their help if needed. If you were meeting people, tell them you won't make your appointment.

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Consider Visiting a Doctor

Even if you feel fine now, going to a doctor could be in order. At times, the adrenaline of the moment can blind you to things that could be wrong. A quick check-up could help you stay healthy.

Get Your Vehicle to a Mechanic

Take your vehicle to an auto shop where they can assess its condition and fix any consequences that could have taken place in the fender bender. This way, you'll be on the road again in no time.

Keep These Extra Tips in Mind

Finally, make sure you always have important information with you. From your driver's license and your vehicle's registration to the phone number of your insurance company, the authorities, and the hospitals you have admissions to.