After a crash, it’s easy to assume everything will “work itself out.” But with uninsured motorist coverage, early decisions can affect whether your treatment and damages are accepted.
Do these immediately:
- Get the police report number (and keep a copy). If officers respond, request the report details before you leave.
- Document the scene while you still can: road conditions, lane markings, traffic signals, and the position of vehicles.
- Write down witness info—names, phone numbers, and what they observed. On FM roads and near busy intersections, witnesses may be local commuters who you won’t see again.
- Keep all medical paperwork from the first visit onward, even if you feel “okay” at first. Some injuries show up later.
Be careful with statements: If you give a recorded statement too quickly, you may accidentally minimize symptoms or create inconsistencies. In Texas, insurers may use your words to argue against causation or severity.


