What should I do if I am involved in a bicycle accident?

When you have been involved in any kind of bicycle crash, your first action should always be to seek medical attention. You should do this even when you do not believe you were hurt. Some injuries involve delayed symptoms, and you do not want to have your injuries questioned because of any delays in treatment. You should also be sure to contact the local law enforcement agency and file a police report on your accident. Take as many pictures as you can of the scene of your accident. Get photographs of every person and vehicle involved as well as any other items that you believe may have been a factor from different distances and angles. If anyone saw your crash, get their of contact information in case they are needed as witnesses. When you cannot take these measures on your own, try to get someone else you know to do it for you. Resist the temptation to talk about your accident with anybody, even friends and family, and avoid writing anything about a crash on social media. Make sure an attorney is the first person you discuss your case with so they can tell you what is safe to talk about.