Most Emergency Kits are put in the back of an automobile with safety in mind. Some were sold with the car. All of these emergency kits are designed for a breakdown on the side of the road and first aid.
To upgrade your car’s emergency kit, add a disposable camera to take pictures when the accident occurs. Many cell phones nowadays have cameras too. That will work in a pinch, but you shouldn’t rely on them. What if your phone runs out of power, or you are obliged to use it as a phone when you want to take pictures? Also, the finer the resolution, the greater the chance you’ll have something worth documenting in your pictures. A spare disposable camera is cheap. There should always be pen and paper available to take down information, like the time and location, names of anyone present, and anything else that seems pertinent. Everyone exchanges insurance information (hopefully, if you are in an accident, all parties have insurance), but don’t forget to have your medical information available for worst-case scenarios.
Remember that these suggestions are in addition to the things you should already have in case of an accident. Flashlight and batteries, non-perishable food and water, a flat tire kit, a basic tool kit, flares, jumper cables, spare oil, antifreeze and towels, and it never hurt to have a roll
But what about other kinds of accidents: the kinds that don’t involve changing a tire or warning oncoming traffic on the interstate? Thankfully, many accidents don’t require first aid, but every accident could be a potential legal nightmare. Be prepared for this other kind of emergency by becoming familiar with a board certified personal injury lawyer in your area.
