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What if someone claims you hit their car?
If your car is hit by someone, what should you do?
Should you tell someone if you hit their car?
It is against the law for a driver to hit a car and not give their details. If a driver causes damage to another vehicle, they have to stop and give their name, address, and details about their vehicle, as well as the owner’s name and address.
What should I do if I hit someone’s car?
People are frightened when they hit a parked car. Don’t worry, you are not the only one.
What info do you give someone if you hit their car?
The most important information drivers should give after an accident is this:
Should I talk to the person who hit my car?
You should call the police if you’ve been hit by a car. The other person involved in the situation should contact their insurer as well. Policygenius has an insurance editor named Kara McGinley who focuses on home, auto, and renters insurance.
Is it my fault if I reverse into someone?
The truth is what it is. Most of the time, the driver who reverses into another vehicle will tell the truth to their insurers who will compensate them for any injuries they cause.
What should I do if someone hit my car?
What do you do when someone hits your car?
If someone hits your car, you should take action right away.
What should you do if someone hits your car and drives off?
You should not leave the scene or move the car. If you can, find the person who hit your car and exchange information with them. You can file a claim if you need to.
How do I claim if someone hits my car?
You can make a claim by getting a form from your insurer or by writing to the other driver’s insurer. Inform your insurer about any independent witnesses you have.
Do I need to call my insurance if someone hit me?
The other driver’s insurance doesn’t require you to call or file a claim. Sometimes the other insurance company will reach out to you and ask for your version of the accident. You don’t have to contact the other driver or their insurance company in order to do so.
Can you hit a car without knowing?
There is a felony hit and run law in California.
What happens if you hit a car but didnt know?
You may be arrested if you don’t report the accident. It can be hard for the police to believe that you hit something without feeling it.
What to do if you scratch a parked car?
If it is more than a scratch, you should report it to the police. Law enforcement may still take your information, even if they don’t come to the scene. You can get a security guard that patrols the parking lot to write an incident report for you.