What Happens If You’re in a Car Accident on Vacation Outside Alabama?
Summer means road trips, and road trips mean hours on unfamiliar highways in other states. Most drivers know what to do after a wreck close to home. Fewer know what to do when it happens three states away. David Greene from Greene & Phillips Injury Lawyers joined WKRG’s Judge Knows to walk through it.
What Should I Do If I’m in an Accident While Traveling Outside Alabama?
The first calls are the same no matter where you are: 911, then medical treatment. After that, Greene recommends calling Greene & Phillips regardless of the state. The firm is licensed to handle cases throughout the southeastern United States, with offices in Mobile, Birmingham, and Atlanta, and works with affiliated attorneys in other states when a crash happens further from home. A vacation crash in Florida, Tennessee, or Georgia doesn’t mean you’re stuck finding a lawyer in a state you’ve never been to. You can call the same firm you’d call at home.
What Should I Check on My Car Before a Long Trip?
Greene pointed to a few basics that get skipped before long drives: tire pressure, working windshield wipers, and general safety equipment. None of it sounds dramatic, but a wiper that fails in a downpour or a tire that’s under-inflated on a hot interstate is exactly the kind of small thing that turns into a wreck. Greene & Phillips keeps a pre-trip checklist on its website for anyone who wants a rundown before loading up the car.
Does My Alabama Insurance Still Cover Me in Another State?
Yes. Auto insurance policies follow the vehicle and the policyholder, not the state line. Drivers should still carry proof of their policy information with them when they travel, since local police and other drivers involved in a crash will ask for it on the spot, and having it on hand speeds things up considerably.
How Do I Reach Greene & Phillips While I’m on the Road?
No appointment is needed at any Greene & Phillips office in Mobile, Birmingham, or Atlanta. Clients can call, text, or stop by any location. The Mobile office can be reached directly at 251-478-1115, and the Birmingham office at 205-955-7558. For anyone traveling, the toll-free line, 1-888-510-1020, reaches the firm from anywhere in the country. Whether you’re calling from a hotel room two states away or from the side of the highway, someone at the firm is available to talk.
If you or someone in your car is hurt in a crash this summer, in Alabama or somewhere else, call or text (251) 300-2000, call the toll-free line at 1-888-510-1020, or reach out through our contact page. The consultation is free, and there’s no fee unless you recover.
