Whether you are driver, passenger, pedestrian or other, road accidents can be very stressful and traumatic for all those involved. Human error is the main cause of road accidents, causing the death of over 1.2million people every year according to the World Health Organisation. If you have been in a road accident it is important to find out the proper process to follow. Injuries acquired during accidents are seldom felt to their full extent immediately after the accident, therefore it is important to seek medical attention straight away, even if your injury is not serious. This not only provides medical evidence that can be invaluable in your claim for compensation, but also provides the opportunity to seek medical assistance and treatment for injuries that you may not have noticed immediately.