You are having a wonderful vacation. Everything is going according to plan. You’ve spent some time on the beach and at the golf course. You’ve been able to work on fixing that killer farmers tan. You pick up your significant other for a nice night on the town and WHAM, you’re hit from behind. So what do you do if you are involved in a car accident in a state that you do not live in?

First, call your insurance company right away. They might have important information for you especially if you are in a rental car.

Second, if everyone appears to be OK, finish your vacation. Don’t let a little car accident ruin what should be a nice and enjoyable time. If no one is seriously hurt, wait until you get home to work on the troubles of being in a car crash.

Third, know the statute of limitations of the state you are visiting. Every state sets their own statutes and the state you were visiting may have different statutes than your home state. Don’t assume all statutes are the same because they aren’t.

And finally, if you need to hire an attorney, please hire one in the state where the car accident happened. Hiring an attorney in the state where the car accident happened will ensure you are hiring an attorney that is familiar with that states specific laws. That includes the statute of limitations. If you need a referral for the state where the car accident occurred, please let us help you find a trusted attorney by using our network of licensed attorneys.