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What to do in the event of an accident

Stop at the scene of the accident

• Stop and inform the police if any injuries have occurred as soon as possible.
• Do not attempt to move seriously injured parties.
• Inform other traffic and summon assistance if required.

Do not admit liability

• Regardless of who is to blame, do not admit liability. If you do so, you may invalidate your insurance.

Record driver and car details

• Record driver’s name, address, phone number, insurance details, vehicle details and extent of vehicle damage.

Record witness details

• Obtain witness details promptly as they may leave the scene of the accident

Record the accident details

• Record details of time, date and location of the accident, as well as traffic flow situation, weather and visibility etc.

Make a sketch map of the scene

• Make a sketch map of the road layout, vehicle positions, approximate speeds and position of witnesses.
• Take photographs if possible.

No Blame No Claim

• If you think the other party involved in the accident was to blame contact us first. We have Non-Fault schemes to help innocent drivers.