A lot of people don’t know exactly what to do when getting into a car accident in California. All states have their own laws, so here is what California expects you to do when you’re involved in an auto accident.
Car Accident
In California you are required to stop after being involved in an accident. It doesn’t matter if it is just property damage, hitting another car or hitting a person.
If you cannot find the owner of the parked car or the property then you will need to call the Highway Patrol or local police to report the accident. You should also leave a note with your name and contact information.
If you are ticketed by the police for the accident and you’re sure you were not at fault, do you have to sign the ticket? Yes, definitely. Signing is only acknowledging receipt of the ticket. You are not admitting fault. You can fight the ticket in court later. Take photos of the accident damage and speak to your attorney.
If the other driver does not have insurance and he or she is at fault, your insurance company will pay for the damages. They will only pay the amount of your coverage for this situation. So, it is important to review things like uninsured motorist coverage and medical coverage with your insurance agent each year. You don’t want to get injured by an uninsured driver and end up not having enough insurance to get the medical help that you need.
When you are both at fault in the accident, the compensation from the insurance companies is split. They or the court will decide the portion of fault and the insurance companies will pay by percentage.
A1 Performance Auto Repair
Stop by A1 Performance Auto Repair to make sure your safety equipment is in safe working condition. The best way to avoid accidents is to keep your eyes on the road and keep your car in great working condition.
