Jeremy Diamond, a Toronto lawyer, says he understands that getting into an automobile accident can be frightening and have long-term repercussions. As a specialist in personal injury law, he has some advice on what to do if it happens to you.

The first thing anyone should do after being involved in a car accident, says Jeremy Diamond, a Toronto lawyer, is call the police to report it. If the car belongs to you and the driver is unable to make an accident report, then it is up to you, as the vehicle owner to make sure the accident is reported.

Next, you should exchange information with the other driver or drivers who are involved. That means phone numbers and insurance information.

The third thing to do is make a diagram of the accident. Jeremy Diamond, a Toronto lawyer, says that doesn't occur to some people, especially in the hectic moments after it just happened. But it is important to show the positions of the cars before, during, and after impact.

The fourth thing is what not to do: do not admit fault for the accident. Jeremy Diamond, a Toronto lawyer, says never sign any piece of paper. In some jurisdictions you may be asked to sign a traffic ticket, but that is okay because it isn't the same as admitting guilt or wrongdoing.

Next, you should see a doctor. Jeremy Diamond says if you have a head injury you should see a neurologist. You might have a head injury even if you didn't hit your head. At the very least, he recommends seeing a chiropractor for possible back and neck injuries.

The sixth piece of advice from Jeremy Diamond, a Toronto lawyer, is to report the accident to your insurance company. If the other driver was at fault, then he says you should also report the accident to his or her insurance company.

You will probably be contacted by a claims adjustor from one or both of the insurance companies involved, says Jeremy Diamond. He says that if the adjuster is not providing you with what you are entitled to by law, then asked to speak with a supervisor.

Tip number eight is to call a lawyer. Jeremy Diamond, a Toronto lawyer, says it's a good idea to do that just to clarify your rights and discuss questions about liability.

Finally, if you get sued as a result of the accident, then deliver the claim promptly to your insurer.