{"id":4542,"date":"2024-10-24T10:38:43","date_gmt":"2024-10-24T10:38:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/decottalaw.redlinecompany-hosting.com\/?p=4542"},"modified":"2024-10-25T09:44:16","modified_gmt":"2024-10-25T09:44:16","slug":"traffic-accidents-in-spain","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/decottalaw.redlinecompany-hosting.com\/nl\/traffic-accidents-in-spain\/","title":{"rendered":"Traffic accidents in Spain"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>A familiar scene. In low sun or poor visibility, the chance of a Traffic accident increases.<\/strong> Being involved in an accident is often one of the most stressful situations you can be in. It is therefore essential to know how to act appropriately. Below, we explain the steps to follow in the event of a traffic accident in accordance with the official guidelines:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1. Keep calm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first thing you should do is remain calm. Check whether you or your passengers have any injuries and check the condition of the other people involved in the accident.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">2. Secure the accident area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is essential to mark the accident area to avoid further collisions. Turn on your vehicle&#8217;s hazard lights and place the warning triangles correctly. Put on your visibility vest which you must have in your car or hired car in Spain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">3. Call the emergency services (112 in Spain).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In case of injury to you or any of the passengers, call the emergency services immediately and the police. Explain the situation and provide all the necessary information so that they can arrive at the scene of the accident as soon as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">4. Exchange information with others involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If possible, fill in the accident report. In any case, be sure to exchange first and last names, telephone number, address, number plate number and insurance company. It is also useful to take photographs of the scene of the accident and the damage to the vehicles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">5. Inform your insurance company<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After the accident you will need to inform your insurance company and provide all information about the accident.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">6. Consult a lawyer specialised in traffic accidents<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In case of injury, significant damage or dispute over fault, it is advisable to consult with a lawyer specialised in road traffic accidents, such as the professionals at De Cotta Law. <strong>We will guide you through the entire legal process and try to obtain the highest possible compensation. Call us on +34 951 315 161 or email on <a href=\"mailto:info@decottalaw.net\">info@decottalaw.net<\/a>  For Tenerife Canary Islands office call on +34 922 719 520.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A familiar scene. In low sun or poor visibility, the chance of a Traffic accident increases. Being involved in an accident is often one of the most stressful situations you can be in. It is therefore essential to know how to act appropriately. 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