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If you’ve watched the cop-footage show World’s Scariest Police Chases (and its
current incarnation, World’s Wildest
Police Videos), chances are you may have caught yourself staring in
disbelief at some particular segments. There’s always the possibility that what
you see on TV, such as hit and runs, will happen to you or someone you know.
How would you deal with such a scenario?
Hit-and-runs are normally classified as a crime
when the other party just drives off, but if you were left behind, it is best
not to chase after the car. Quickly jot down the vehicle’s make and model, as
well as its license plate number, then talk to eyewitnesses. As much as
possible, take pictures of the damage, then call your lawyer and insurance
provider about the problem.
Share your information with police officers
arriving on the scene and have them talk to the witnesses as well. It is
important that details of the accident are made known to the authorities five
days after the incident. According to Massachusetts state law, reporting is
needed in case the total property damage is estimated to be over $1,000. The
vehicle insurance carrier is capable of covering up to $2,000, as long as all
proper documents are included in the claim, especially the pictures of the
damage.
