Contact Counsel Post-Accident Checklist

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Post-Accident Checklist

Field Adjustor
Outside Counsel
Accident Reconstructionist
Criminal Attorney (if necessary)
Provide team members with the accident information and each other's contact information
Have outside counsel coordinate with authorities for driver statement
Arrange for the driver to meet with outside counsel for an interview
Arrange for the driver to have drug and alcohol testing (if required by DOT regulations or company policy)
Secure scene photographs (if the accident reconstructionist not able to be on scene)
Secure the event data recorder (EDR) by collecting it from the scene or towing vehicle
Arrange for download of all electronically stored vehicle data
Secure media reports of the accident

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