One of the most important things to do after getting into an accident is to collect information. From pictures of damage, eyewitness accounts, and the opposite driver’s information, all of this is important to collect for your insurance.
But what happens if you didn’t or couldn’t get the opposite driver’s information? Keep reading for helpful tips on what to do if you’re missing information after an accident.
If You Forgot to Get Info
After you make sure you and anyone else in the vehicle are safe, call 911. If you forget to get the opposite driver’s information in all the commotion, try documenting all you can remember. Then, notify your insurance company and let them know what happened. Many insurance agencies have procedures in place to help recover information.
If the Driver Refuses to Give Info
If the opposite driver refuses to give you their information, it important to stay calm and stop speaking to the opposite driver until the police get there.
Once the police show up, let them know the situation and they can intervene to get the details you need.
If the Accident was a Hit-and-Run
If you are involved in an accident where the opposite driver leaves the scene, know this is now a felony and you must contact the police immediately.
If your vehicle is still functional, move it out of the way of traffic. Before you move it though, take as many pictures as you can detailing the scene and damage.
If there are any witnesses around, speak to them and gather their contact information and any details they can provide about the accident. Be sure to document any details you noticed as well.
When the police get on the scene, let them know what happened and show them the evidence you collected. Be sure to call your insurance provider to report the accident as well.
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