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The automobile industry is quite adept at making cars look glamorous. Driving becomes synonymous with allure and luxury. Picture this: a woman wearing a fancy cocktail dress is steering her car down an open country lane to meet her date for the evening. Would this mental image be as captivating on a Segway or a bicycle? Not really. The ubiquity of cars since the end of World War II has not diminished its glamor at all.

Cars give us great freedom to travel and enjoy the convenience of crossing from one side of the city to the other. Of course, that requires us to master the skill of driving, but even those who are experts at the road and take great care to avoid accidents may eventually encounter situations where the law becomes involved. It’s not very glamorous at all, and you’ll definitely be glad if you have auto coverage.

If you get into an accident, you may be burdened with the problems that come from trying to file a claim from your insurer and claim damages from the person responsible. In addition to police and a San Jose personal injury lawyer, a camera can be your best friend. Pictures tell stories that many words cannot. Cell phones are very sophisticated these days and many come with a camera to help you survey the accident site. Evidence is crucial and you will need it when you call your insurance company.

Your car should always be insured and you’ll need to see what kind of coverage they can offer. It doesn’t hurt to stay abreast of the company’s terms prior to a car accident. Get the police on the phone immediately following an incident involving your car whether it’s simply another person’s poor judgment call or a hit-and-run. They can file a complaint.