How Do You Report Road Traffic Accidents?
A traffic accident is a huge burden for everyone concerned. Not only does it cause damage to the vehicles involved, but people may be injured. You are apt to be involved in major or minor traffic accidents at some point in your life. Traffic accidents are common occurrences, and properly reporting one is important to all involved parties both for insurance purposes and because it is required by state motor vehicle laws. Call 9-1-1 immediately after the accident to bring police, fire and ambulance help. Do not leave the scene until dismissed by authorities. Exchange information with the other party at the scene. Obtain such information as the other driver’s identification, contact information, driver’s license and license plate numbers, and insurance information. Give the same information to the other driver. This is vital in all accidents, regardless of the amount of damage incurred and whether the accident took place on public or private property. Obtain contact information from any p
