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Mva What To Do Accidents Young

If you’re involved in an accident, don’t panic, here are some tips to make the process a little less daunting and scary:

1. Stop – if you’re involved in an accident, stop immediately.

2. Safety first – make sure that you’re okay, and any passengers are okay. If they require assistance, call 000. If you are okay, make sure it is safe to exit the vehicle, or move the vehicle if possible out of the way of traffic.
  • If you can’t move the car, turn on the hazard lights.
  • For insurance purposes, please take photos before you move any vehicle.
  • Always check to see if the other party involved is okay. If they are injured, call 000.
3. Exchange info – exchange information with the other party involved, including name, address, phone number, driver’s licence number, licence plate, and insurance details.
  • If there is property damage or the other party doesn’t want to give their details, don’t be afraid to call the police. They will help.
  • If it’s a minor incident like you scratch someone else’s car, leave a note with your info.
4. Call your insurer – call them to provide details such as your name, address, licence plates, licence number, details of your car, details of the other car, the other driver’s details and insurance, as well as a summary of the accident.

5. Contact the CTP insurer or statutory body in your State – if you are physically or psychologically injured from the accident, you may be entitled to a range of benefits and compensation. Exactly what you may be entitled to and the process for claiming this compensation will vary by State.

See the table below for contact info specific to you. Strict time limits can apply so you should always endeavour to lodge your claim as quickly as possible.

6. Get independent legal advice – It is critical that you obtain expert advice from your own independent lawyer to ensure that you are aware of your rights, entitlements and the time limits that apply to claiming compensation.

It’s important to remember that CTP insurers and statutory bodies will have their own lawyers advising them on your claim, however, they are not required to provide you with legal advice and they may not automatically pay you what you are fully entitled to.

Remember, accidents happen, so keep a cool head and do your best to do the right thing. In circumstances where you have suffered physical or psychological injuries as a result of the accident, it’s best to engage an experienced transport accident lawyer as early as possible.

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The contents of this blog post are considered accurate as at the date of publication. However the applicable laws may be subject to change, thereby affecting the accuracy of the article. The information contained in this blog post is of a general nature only and is not specific to anyone’s personal circumstances. Please seek legal advice before acting on any of the information contained in this post.

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