Your next actions can affect everything that comes later—especially when the driver leaves. If you can, do these steps in the order that fits your situation:
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Call 911 and ask for a crash report
- In Tennessee, an official report creates a starting point for insurance and later legal work.
- If you’re unsure whether it was filed, request the report number.
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Document the scene before it changes
- Take photos of vehicle damage, road conditions, debris, and any visible injuries.
- In Lewisburg, parking lots and roadside pull-offs can get cleaned up fast, and nearby cameras may overwrite recordings.
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Write down what you remember while it’s fresh
- Vehicle description, direction of travel, approximate speed, and anything distinctive (lights, paint color, body style).
- Even partial details can help identify the vehicle later.
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Get medical care promptly
- Missed or delayed treatment gives insurers a reason to argue the injuries weren’t caused by the crash.
- If you’re released from the ER/urgent care, keep follow-ups aligned with what your clinicians recommend.
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Be careful with recorded statements
- Insurance adjusters may ask questions that sound routine.
- It’s often smarter to have counsel review your situation before you give a recorded explanation.


