Call 911 and request both law enforcement and emergency medical services. A Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department officer or NC Highway Patrol trooper will file a crash report that is critical evidence for your claim. Accept on-scene medical evaluation and follow up with a doctor even if you feel fine. Photograph all vehicle damage, road conditions, traffic signals, and your injuries. Collect all driver, insurance, and witness information. Do not apologize or admit any degree of fault, under NC’s contributory negligence rule, even a minor admission can be used to bar your entire recovery. Do not give any recorded statement to an insurance company before speaking with our Charlotte car accident attorneys.