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What To Do In The Event Of An Accident

What to do in the event of an accident provides some great information just in case you do have a collison while driving your car. It's always best to know what to do at the scene of an accident or collision before one actually happens.

Of course, no one wants to be involved in an auto collision, but it is certainly better to know what to do before hand so you can be prepared, just in case...Here's a time when the motto, "Always Be Prepared", comes in handy!


(NC)—Whether you're driving to work, running errands or heading up to the cottage, chances are that you will be in at least one minor collision during your lifetime.

So avoid becoming a nervous wreck by knowing what to do when a collision occurs. After you've been in an accident, experts agree that you should remember to:

• Move Your Vehicle Off The Road.

If the collision is minor, move your car into the nearest parking lot or driveway.

• Call 911.

Have your driver's license and proof of insurance ready when you make the call. Once the authorities have been notified, write down the other driver's name, insurance details and policy number, as well as all information related to their car.

• Do Not Discuss Accident Details.

Avoid conversations or disputes surrounding the accident by not recounting the details with the other drivers and passengers, and never admit fault.

• Keep Your Claim Number.

The officer onsite will assess the accident and determine who is at fault. They will then write a report and give you what is called an accident claim number. It is very important to keep this information handy and in a safe place for future reference.

• Call Your Insurance Company.

If the accident is your fault, call your insurance company as soon as possible. If it's not, use the other driver's policy information to avoid paying a deductible.

• Report To A Collision Centre.

By law, drivers involved in a collision must report into a Collision Reporting Centre (CRC) within 24 hours.

“Even the most minor collision can be quite stressful but the process involved in getting back on the road is quite simple,” says Mauro Convertini, an insurance and claims expert for Aviva Canada. “Once you've visited your local CRC, your insurance company will actually handle the damage appraisal, give you a repair estimate and arrange for a rental car.”

More information is available from your insurance broker or online at avivacanada.com.







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