Semi-trucks are incredibly powerful vehicles, much larger than the average family car. The engine itself has about 600 horsepower compared to a regular sized car’s horsepower of 200. Semi-trucks can pull thousands of pounds of weight, which adds to the impact force if involved in an accident. So, what happens if you’re involved in a semi-truck accident? What should you do?

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If possible, immediate action is best after an accident. We advise you to seek medical attention, call the police, and take personal notes of what happened.

Seek Medical Attention

If you’ve been injured in a semi-truck accident, call 9-1-1 immediately to receive help. Your health and well-being is of utmost importance. If you have not been injured or after you call for medical assistance, call the police immediately to report the accident.

Contact Law Enforcement

It’s possible that an onlooker may have called the police, however calling them yourself is always a safe bet. You never want to leave the scene of an accident without involving the police so that they can accurately document what happened at the scene.

Take Personal Notes

Immediately after you hang up with the police, take notes of what happened from your perspective of the semi-truck accident. Use your phone to jot down notes or use a voice memo app to record your thoughts. The more specific you are, the better. It helps to take notes immediately since the accident is fresh on your mind. Record any statement the other driver may have said to you such as, “I’m sorry, I didn’t see you” or “Are you okay? I thought the lane was clear.” These type of statements admit guilt and can be used in court.

When the police arrive, be honest about what happened and share your notes with the officer. This will help them with their report and how to proceed.

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