1. get names and addresses for anyone who witnessed the accident, the names and department of any emergency staff who attended you and any medical staff you saw in connection with your injuries;

2. take photographs of the scene of the accident and any other items relevant to the cause of the injury (such as a piece of defective machinery or a broken paving stone);

3. make detailed notes of when, where and what occurred and any other factors which which might have contributed to your injury while it is fresh in your mind. Make sure you date all your notes and photographs;

4. If you visit a doctor for treatment after the accident, ask them to record the fact that you had an accident and full details of the injuries which occurred. Their records will be evidence that your injuries were caused by the accident, which will be helpful if you later decide to make a claim. For injuries that you can see, photographs of the injury will also be helpful. Make sure you have a note of the date the photos were taken. Be aware that some injuries - such as whiplash injuries - might not become apparent straight away.
   

5. Maintain a record of all the expenses you incur which directly result from the accident and keep all receipts for payments you make. This may be to replace clothing or damaged equipment, repair a vehicle, medical costs (including transport costs for hospital visits).

6. Make and keep detailed records of any loss of earnings you suffer as a result of the accident.

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