If you were involved in auto accident, your car needs to be repaired. However, if you have not been involved in an auto accident before, or even recently, you may be unsure of what needs to happen. Here are some steps you should follow after you are in a car crash.
Take Pictures and Obtain Witness Information
Immediately after a car crash, take the time to take pictures of the accident scene and obtain names and phone numbers from anyone who witnessed the crash. This information can be important later in determining who was at fault or if you have injuries you are unaware of and need to file a personal injury claim.
Contact Your Insurance Company
After the accident, you will want to get a hold of your insurance company. Let them know that you were in an accident and that your car needs to be repaired. Some companies may ask you to hold of on taking the car to a repair shop until they come to you to inspect it, while other companies may state that you can take the car in and they will inspect it at a repair shop.
Select a Repair Shop
Next, you need to select an auto body shop to repair your car. Many insurance companies will recommend auto body shops, but it is important to note that you are always allowed to use any licensed auto body repair shop of your choosing. Do your research to find a repair shop that is reputable and does quality work.
Wait for the Repairs to Be Made
The last step in the process is to wait for the repairs to be made. It is important to be patient during this process. In some cases, the repair shop cannot begin repairs until an insurance company representative inspects your car. This can take time. The work needs to be authorized by the insurance company, which takes time. And once the repair shop begins pulling away damaged panels, they may find more damage. While you are likely in a hurry to get your car back, repairs take time so having patience is important.
If you were involved in an auto accident, you have the right to select your own body shop. At Suburban Auto Body in St. Paul and Minneapolis, we can work with your insurance company to get your car repaired properly and promptly. Give us a call today to see how we can help you if your car needs repairs after a car accident.