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161. Oh. My. Gosh.

Reply to KT2000 (Reply #122)

Fri Jan 17, 2025, 06:59 AM

Jan 2025

That IS frightening!! I can already relate to the PTSD. I've noticed that I jumped at the littlest sound.

So glad you guys are OK.

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I was in a pretty bad car accident ( Edited to add Update) [View all] Blue_Roses Jan 2025 OP

Glad you're not badly hurt. Your passenger, too. MineralMan Jan 2025 #1

Thank-you Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #2

Get an attorney! Dustlawyer Jan 2025 #112

Definitely! H2O Man Jan 2025 #113

Glad you are ok. Makes some notes about the accident and gather all the particulars. Carry that around FSogol Jan 2025 #3

Yeah, the policeman filling Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #7

Witnesses? I was broadsided on the driver's side by a pickup truck wnylib Jan 2025 #93

It might be that the poiceman is the closest you have to a witness so MadameButterfly Jan 2025 #132

Cop's name should be on the accident report. wnylib Jan 2025 #136

of course MadameButterfly Jan 2025 #137

I'm betting that the insurance companies will wnylib Jan 2025 #138

Glad it wasn't worse malaise Jan 2025 #4

You're so sweet Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #8

Yikes Blue Roses Faux pas Jan 2025 #5

He was on the other Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #11

That's some Faux pas Jan 2025 #90

How scary! karin_sj Jan 2025 #6

Yeah, me too Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #14

If you were not in shock... rasputin1952 Jan 2025 #44

Good news if the other driver admitted to the cop that he skidded on ice. 3Hotdogs Jan 2025 #107

Hugggggggggggs. So glad it was not more serious, and glad you niyad Jan 2025 #9

Thank-you Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #17

This is sound advice. I second it. EverHopeful Jan 2025 #19

What was the biggest problem Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #30

I've been in 2 accidents where my car was moonscape Jan 2025 #53

Thank-you! Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #148

Their job is to avoid paying you. Keep that in mind. Lochloosa Jan 2025 #84

My Insurance company True Blue American Jan 2025 #98

I was referring to the at fault drivers' insurance. You should never make a statement to them. Lochloosa Jan 2025 #101

After several months and having to go twice for estimates EverHopeful Jan 2025 #85

This up here is the best advice from niyad. peacebuzzard Jan 2025 #64

Amen to this! ShazzieB Jan 2025 #121

I'm sorry that happened to you! yardwork Jan 2025 #10

Thank-you Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #21

Goodness! I am so glad no one was badly hurt. LoisB Jan 2025 #12

Me too! Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #18

I had a car accident in 1980, bad one. Archae Jan 2025 #13

I was wondering about that Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #27

Call Morgan and Morgan OLDMDDEM Jan 2025 #15

Where are they located? Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #24

From what I can tell, they are national. I only have a number for the MD/DC/VA area. Google them to get a local # OLDMDDEM Jan 2025 #31

I'm relieved that you're okay, Blue Roses Niagara Jan 2025 #16

Thank-you Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #22

Damn! That sounds like you got T-boned! How scary! CrispyQ Jan 2025 #20

Thank-you! Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #34

I'm glad you are ok! babydollhead Jan 2025 #23

I know!! Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #37

If you are sore go to your Doctor. Don't minimize your pain, SaveOurDemocracy Jan 2025 #66

Your insurance company is NOT your friend. No matter what the cutesy characters flvegan Jan 2025 #25

The guardrail is my new friend. Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #39

If you have a good insurance company True Blue American Jan 2025 #99

Holy moly!! Thank heavens for guard rails!!!!!!! Nittersing Jan 2025 #26

No Kidding!!! calimary Jan 2025 #144

Thank-you! Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #149

If you can, please let us know how you're doing. calimary Jan 2025 #164

I am doing better Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #165

I am so glad you are okay. 💙 sheshe2 Jan 2025 #28

Thank-you! Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #40

This message was self-deleted by its author Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #41

Thank-you! Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #150

Your reliving the scare is normal. pandr32 Jan 2025 #29

Thank-you! Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #43

Glad you're not hurt. Sorry about you having to buy a new car - a PIA. Liberal In Texas Jan 2025 #32

Dealing with the drivers here Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #47

We are family... rasputin1952 Jan 2025 #33

Thank-you! Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #45

You may have a little PTSD SARose Jan 2025 #35

Thank-you! Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #49

Having a near-death experience isn't normal either! You're in "normal" post trauma mode. electric_blue68 Jan 2025 #131

This is so true Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #151

🤞 It's highly likely stress related, but as your fellow DU'rs have suggested you get checked for (hoping Not) any... electric_blue68 Jan 2025 #162

Good advice Farmer-Rick Jan 2025 #70

So glad you are OK mcar Jan 2025 #36

Thank-you! Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #51

Traumatic events can take years and years to deal with. So sorry this happened Karadeniz Jan 2025 #38

Glad no one was badly hurt! CaptainTruth Jan 2025 #42

Hang in there.... spanone Jan 2025 #46

Fortunate That Nobody Was Badly Hurt ProfessorGAC Jan 2025 #48

glad you are not hurt markie Jan 2025 #50

What is the biggest Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #55

I edited my first post markie Jan 2025 #63

Documentation ! PhilG Jan 2025 #52

That sounds so scary! Lulu KC Jan 2025 #54

The most important thing is that everyone is alright!...and I'm so glad you are doing OK. sdfernando Jan 2025 #56

Ride your insurance company HARD. Happy Hoosier Jan 2025 #57

I'm glad you're okay! Erda Jan 2025 #58

In addiition to likely PTSD, be aware that you might experience whiplash. niyad Jan 2025 #59

Thank-you! Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #152

I am so very glad that you got an attorney. Now, whoever calls you about niyad Jan 2025 #163

So glad you are ok! Trueblue Texan Jan 2025 #60

Hugs. Duncanpup Jan 2025 #61

What a terrifying experience Wicked Blue Jan 2025 #62

You seem to have nerves of steel when this car hit you. people Jan 2025 #65

Thank-you Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #153

I've not read all the responses . . . Bumbles Jan 2025 #67

Thank-you! Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #154

Do not try to deal with the insurance until you get the police report. camartinwv Jan 2025 #68

Can you go back to the scene to take pics? MagickMuffin Jan 2025 #69

Wow! That was an excellent reaction, quickly turning hard left FakeNoose Jan 2025 #71

Thank-you Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #155

Since you were working at the time Figarosmom Jan 2025 #72

Do you happen to have a dash cam? I've been pretty lucky driving nearly 60 years, but luck has FailureToCommunicate Jan 2025 #73

I was hit by a car while riding a bike. Life comes at us fast. Hope22 Jan 2025 #74

Im going to second this comment. Lochloosa Jan 2025 #83

In the meantime the insurance folks are hounding you!! Hope22 Jan 2025 #91

You need to talk to a professional about what happen. erodriguez Jan 2025 #75

Whew! Richluu Jan 2025 #76

Whoa! I'm glad you are OK!! CousinIT Jan 2025 #77

Terrifying! You are here and not severely injured. That is to be grateful for. Clouds Passing Jan 2025 #78

Glad you're okay. DemocratSinceBirth Jan 2025 #79

Im so glad you and your passenger werent slightlv Jan 2025 #80

Wow... Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #156

I'm glad you were not visibly injured but I'd get checked out anyway. badhair77 Jan 2025 #81

Don't immediately sign anything leftieNanner Jan 2025 #82

Best advice yet. See what your Insurance does. They get the Police report. True Blue American Jan 2025 #100

Start a NOTEBOOK or diary ASAP. Ilsa Jan 2025 #86

Oh jeez. I'm so glad you're OK. And all the other people involved. Scrivener7 Jan 2025 #87

I once witnessed a multiple car accident. Swede Jan 2025 #88

Glad you're alive no matter what. ancianita Jan 2025 #89

Does Lyft have insurance for you or............ NGeorgian Jan 2025 #92

We have to get our own personal Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #157

Crucial to inform Lyft specifically of the crash dickthegrouch Jan 2025 #94

Already done Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #158

I understand bernieb Jan 2025 #95

I feel for you! True Blue American Jan 2025 #96

I've been in three bad accidents that weren't my fault. Liberty Belle Jan 2025 #97

Thank-you! Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #159

Good luck. Keep us posted. Liberty Belle Jan 2025 #168

Hi! So sorry you are going through this. usedtobedemgurl Jan 2025 #102

Thank-you so much! Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #160

I'm glad you're ok. milestogo Jan 2025 #103

My car was totaled out in 2023 CountAllVotes Jan 2025 #104

I can relate. Sorry you are going through this. It's PTSD inducing. 58Sunliner Jan 2025 #105

I am glad that you are okay LetMyPeopleVote Jan 2025 #106

don't be in a hurry to sign anything Kali Jan 2025 #108

Based on the length of this thread and the advice above Maeve Jan 2025 #109

I was going to post the same thing about the length of this thread and coming to the right place. Scrolled all.... EarnestPutz Jan 2025 #118

Glad you are ok! Passages Jan 2025 #110

First and foremost Roxi Jan 2025 #111

Wow, I'm glad that you're OK. Beacool Jan 2025 #114

:grouphug: elleng Jan 2025 #115

Car accident ms.pamela Jan 2025 #116

Wow. I am glad you and yours were okay. OldBaldy1701E Jan 2025 #117

Can't advise about the insurance, but I can relate to the accident. Dem2theMax Jan 2025 #119

So glad you're OK! GPV Jan 2025 #120

Can relate to almost going over - KT2000 Jan 2025 #122

Oh. My. Gosh. Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #161

Just here to say I'm so sorry that happened to you... Alice B. Jan 2025 #123

In some states... druidity33 Jan 2025 #124

Sorry this happened to you. HeartsCanHope Jan 2025 #125

Glad you are okay Phentex Jan 2025 #126

One thing I learned many years ago thinkingagain Jan 2025 #127

Thank goodness you and your passenger both walked away. magicarpet Jan 2025 #128

So glad you are OK. Insurance companies... Ugghhh. Keep us posted? Evolve Dammit Jan 2025 #129

I avoided a serious accident because I had time to see a Hummer swerving across the median Rocknation Jan 2025 #130

everyone survived. that's most important. sending good vibes BlueWaveNeverEnd Jan 2025 #133

Glad you're OK minstrel76 Jan 2025 #134

Get a personal injury lawyer ASAP MustLoveBeagles Jan 2025 #135

Glad you are okay - lots of great info in this thread that helps us all Maru Kitteh Jan 2025 #139

Get a personal injury lawyer drray23 Jan 2025 #140

Glad you weren't hurt badly cate94 Jan 2025 #141

Oh, BlueRoses, what a horrible, terrifying experience! summer_in_TX Jan 2025 #142

That is terrible.. I am glad you are ok, you are both very lucky 🤗 Meowmee Jan 2025 #143

Wow! N/T luvallpeeps Jan 2025 #145

Always CYA, but if no injuries were reported, insurance will usually write it off. RVN VET71 Jan 2025 #146

Sorry to hear, sounds like a scary experience - did you get medically checked? purr-rat beauty Jan 2025 #147

A close brush with death is more than sobering Tom Rinaldo Jan 2025 #166

That sounds horrifying Blue_Roses Jan 2025 #171

Sorry you had to go through this but glad you were not injured and all is working out for you. Fla Dem Jan 2025 #167

Good to hear your update. Good Luck on your doctor appointment! electric_blue68 Jan 2025 #169

Thx for giving us the update. I hope everything goes well from here on. Hekate Jan 2025 #170