Your first decisions can strongly affect how your claim gets evaluated later. Focus on these priorities:
- Get medical care—even if you feel “mostly okay.” Some injuries (concussions, back/neck strains, internal bruising) can show up later.
- Document the scene while it’s still fresh. If you can do so safely, take photos of crosswalk markings, traffic signals, lighting conditions, vehicle damage, and where you were standing.
- Write down what you remember immediately. Include the direction of travel, whether you had the right-of-way, and any details about driver behavior (speeding, late braking, distractions).
- Follow local reporting expectations. If police were dispatched, obtain the report number. If not, ask responders or the property/manager on scene about how the incident was documented.
If you’re wondering whether an AI tool can “speed this up,” it can help you organize facts and generate a checklist—but it can’t replace medical documentation, witness credibility, or legal strategy.


