Road accidents are events that can happen to anyone, but often the confusion and stress of the moment can make it difficult to know how to act. In this article, we will see the steps to follow to report a traffic accident, from filling out the friendly finding form to any actions to be taken if the other driver does not want to cooperate. In addition, we will also see how to report the accident to the competent authorities and how to proceed after
the complaint.
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What to do immediately after a traffic accident
The first step to take immediately after a traffic accident is to check if there are any injuries and, if so, call for help immediately. Subsequently, it is important to ensure that the area of the left is well marked, using the appropriate warning triangles. Afterwards, it is essential to collect all the necessary information, such as the name and address of the other driver, the vehicle’s license plate number and the details of any witnesses present. It is also important to take some photos of the scene of the accident and of the damage to the vehicles involved, in order to have useful evidence in the event of any disputes
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How to fill out the friendly finding form
Once all the necessary information has been collected, it is important to fill out the friendly finding form, a useful document for establishing the liability of the claim. In the form, you must indicate the insurance data, the details of the drivers involved, the dynamics of the accident and the damage to the vehicles. It is important to fill out the form precisely and carefully, avoiding leaving empty spaces and providing all the information requested. In addition, it is necessary for both drivers to sign the form, as a sign of agreement on the dynamics of the accident and on the responsibilities. Once completed and signed, the form must be handed over to the respective insurance companies
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What to do if the other driver doesn’t want to fill out the form
In some cases, the other driver may refuse to fill out the friendly finding form. In this case, it is important not to lose your cool and try to reason with the other driver, explaining the importance of the document in establishing the liability of the accident. If the other driver continues to refuse, it is possible to request the intervention of law enforcement agencies, who will be able to draw up a report and collect the information necessary to report the accident. In any case, it is important not to leave the scene of the accident without having collected all the necessary information and without having correctly reported the area, in order to avoid further accidents
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How to report the accident to the competent authorities
If the other driver did not want to fill out the friendly finding form or if an accident occurred involving damage to people or property exceeding 1,000 euros, it is necessary to report the accident to the competent authorities. The report can be made at the police or police station closest to the scene of the accident. It is important to bring with you all the documents and information collected on the accident, such as the photos of the scene, the details of any witnesses and the license plate of the other driver’s vehicle. Once the complaint has been filed, the competent authorities will initiate the investigation and, if necessary, will summon the drivers for further clarification
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How to proceed after the accident has been reported
After you have reported the accident to the competent authorities, it is important to proceed with the claim for compensation for damages. In this case, it is necessary to contact your insurance company, providing them with all the documents and information collected on the claim, including the complaint made to the competent authorities. The insurance company will initiate an examination to establish the extent of the damage suffered and the possible liability of the drivers involved. Based on the conclusions of the report, the insurance company may proceed to compensate for the damages suffered or initiate further legal actions to establish the liability for
the claim.
In the event of a traffic accident, it is essential to follow the right steps to report it to the competent authorities and claim compensation for the damage suffered. Filling out the friendly finding form, collecting all the necessary information and reporting the accident to the authorities are fundamental steps to protect yourself and resolve the situation correctly
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