Motor Insurance Claims
What to do in the Case of a Motor Vehicle Accident
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Instructions which should be followed carefully in the event of an accident:
DO NOT:
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Do not state that the accident was your fault
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Do not blame the other party
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Do not argue - keep calm
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Except in the case of a front-to-rear (bumper to bumper) collision, do not move the vehicles until the Local Wardens have taken details
DO:
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Always keep a front-to-rear collision form in your vehicle
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Except in the case of a front-to-rear collision, call the Local Wardens (on 21320202) to the scene of an accident without moving the vehicles involved
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If you have a camera with you, take photographs of the collision
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Keep a note of the following details of the Third Party (the other person/people involved in the accident):
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Name, address and telephone number
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Vehicle registration number
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Insurer, type of cover and policy number
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Keep a note of names and addresses of witnesses including passengers
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Draw a rough sketch of the accident noting measurements as well as:
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Weather conditions
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Road marks and traffic signs, brake or skid marks
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Lighting of both cars
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Advise us of the accident on the same day it occurs. If it occurs on a weekend, advise us first thing on Monday morning.