Rear ended & stupid mistake

[Ed Kellock]

Interesting in light of my community's "cold reporting status" which
is declared with just about any hint of snow.  During these periods,
they can't be bothered with minor accidents unless there are injuries
or drugs/alcohol are thought to be involved.  I guess that's the only
way to get the to come out... claim that you feel the other driver is
drunk.  I wonder if that would classify as a false report.

Ed

On 1/4/07, Eric Huppert <dragracer at netstep.net> wrote:
> Louis,
>
> With age, (or incidents) come experience...
>
> BTDT.... Best thing to do is ALWAYS call the police, however slight the
> accident may seem. This way there's an official record for both parties. The
> Bimmer dude could claim something completely different from what actually
> happened after the fact. You could find additional vehicle problems, have
> medical issues, etc etc. Personal interpretation and rationalization has a
> funny way of turning after the event and come back to bite you later. Most
> people aren't going to do a complete inspection of the car while parked on
> the shoulder, often times other damage is discovered later. (as is the case
> here). Agreements made at the scene of the accident generally change!
>
> Often no further action is taken if very minor damage. But at least there's
> documentation to fall back on if needed. Insurance companies normally want a
> police report if any claims filed (at least here in NY).
>
> Couple of years ago I had a deer run into the side of my car. They actually
> asked for the report! Had no cell coverage, so didn't deal with it. Figured
> the deer wouldn't file a claim later :o)   Ins paid though!
>
> Many of us have BTDT.... Join the club  :o(
>
> Eric
>
>
>
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