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Accidents happen in the blink of an eye, but what should you do in an emergency? The question of whether to call the police often causes particular uncertainty. We’ll show you in which situations it’s absolutely essential to call the police, when you can avoid doing so, and what steps you should take immediately at the scene of the accident. That way, you’ll be fully prepared should the worst happen.
Accidents happen in the blink of an eye. One moment’s inattention and you’ve already crashed into the car in front. Once the initial shock has passed and you’ve secured the scene of the accident in accordance with the regulations, the question arises – especially if the damage is minor – is it absolutely necessary to call the police?
Exchange key details with all parties involved in the accident.
This includes:
In addition, draw up an accident report with a sketch of the accident and ensure that it is signed by all parties involved in the accident.
If you accidentally damage a parked vehicle, you should wait a reasonable amount of time for the owner to arrive. If the owner does not turn up, you must report the accident to the police immediately. Even if it is only a scratch or a dent, simply leaving a note is not enough. You would then be liable to prosecution for leaving the scene of an accident without permission.
Generally speaking, it is advisable in most cases to involve the police when the accident is being recorded. They will usually draw up an accident report, which can be used to reconstruct the course of events and ultimately determine who is at fault. This can be crucial for settling the claim.
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