What do you do when one of your drivers or staff gets involved in an accident while carrying cargo? Here are some tips:

1. Priorities

Make sure the driver gets the medical attention they need. It can be tempting for you to bombard them with questions but at the moment, what’s most important is they receive the right treatment. Priority should also be given to the goods the truck is carrying.

2. The Cargo

After checking the state of the goods the truck is carrying, make sure you call the owner of the cargo right away to let them know about what happened. Also, be transparent in declaring the state of the items.

3. Call Your Insurance Company

If you want to know your options, get in touch with your insurance company for specific information about what you can do next, concerning your vehicle’s insurance.

4. Remain Calm

You will likely be asked a lot of questions by the local authorities and investigators in the area. When this happens, make sure you remain respectful, calm, and very careful when answering questions. 

5. Contact Your Lawyer

Determining the scale of the incident isn’t always easy. To be on the safe side, you might want to have a lawyer to help you take the necessary steps so you will be able to properly handle the situation. 

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