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If a collision causes serious injuries or a death, things usually become much more complicated than a typical fender-bender. Police and emergency responders will investigate the crash, and the circumstances may also lead to an insurance claim and, depending on the facts and state law, possible criminal charges. NHTSA notes that crashes involving serious injury or death can result in more serious legal consequences.

For the people involved, the immediate priorities are getting medical attention, cooperating with first responders, and making sure the crash is properly documented. Police investigations can include interviewing drivers and witnesses and examining evidence from the scene to determine what happened.

On the financial side, a seriously injured person may have medical expenses, lost income, and other damages. If someone dies, the surviving family may also have a wrongful death claim, depending on the circumstances and the law where the accident occurred.

If you're involved in a collision this serious, it's generally worth speaking with a lawyer before making major decisions about an insurance settlement or legal claim. The exact process varies by state, so the specific circumstances of the crash matter.

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