Motor vehicle accidents usually arise because some driver was careless, drunk, they were inattentive, they were going too fast, they were distracted by their cell phone or they were intoxicated. If you are involved in a automobile accident or truck accident, and you are able to do so, be sure to get the name of the other driver involved in the accident, as well as the name of their automobile insurance company; as well as the names and contact information for witnesses, if any. Contact your own automobile insurer promptly. Also, please be sure to file a report with DMV for any accidents involving personal injury or property damage of more than a nominal amount.