Should you file a police report after an auto accident?

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  • Опубликовано: 13 дек 2024

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  • @marcodeluca4068
    @marcodeluca4068 2 года назад +2

    Does making an accident police report go on my drivers license record? Or increase my insurance? Because I was hit by another car on the highway and the person did not stop and kept driving.

    • @DREadful4486
      @DREadful4486 2 года назад

      Yes it goes on your driving records

  • @stevecuddy1518
    @stevecuddy1518 4 года назад +2

    This information is 110% correct. Even when dispatch doesn't want to send an officer...DEMAND THEY RESPOND....Retired Police Officer.

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  4 года назад

      Thanks for the comment.

  • @masad.739
    @masad.739 2 года назад +2

    I was rear-ended, and I called 911 right away and filed a report. I was worried that having a history would affect the value of my car. Having said that, if you can make a video about diminished value claims, I think that would be beneficial for many because many people don't even know there's such a thing

    • @anthonya371
      @anthonya371 Год назад

      Did you find the people who hit you?

  • @myfavorites1016
    @myfavorites1016 4 года назад +2

    well years ago i was rear ended next to our apt , high school was getting over and she didnt hardly put a dent on my car , but she had damage , she said a deer hit her , i still called the police to report it , even tho i didnt receive damage , the cop told me he didnt see that it was that bad to report , i agree , but i was not gonna have this high school student later say i did this ,

  • @DroisKargva
    @DroisKargva 5 лет назад

    Thank you so much for providing this information.

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  5 лет назад +1

      Thanks very much for your comment

  • @colorixtvlogs4590
    @colorixtvlogs4590 2 года назад +1

    great information

  • @SM-cn2gc
    @SM-cn2gc 4 года назад +1

    Would love your take on my situation. I was rear-ended 2 weeks ago. Minor damage to my car (scrapes on bumper, dented license plate), the other driver was argumentative and claimed no damage to either car, but she intentionally blocked me repeatedly from being able to see or photograph her car’s front end. She eventually fled the scene without exchanging info. I called 911 to report and waited 2.5 hours, but police never came so I never got a police report. I had managed to record her license plate so my insurance tracked her’s down, and she claimed no involvement at all. I sent her insurance pics of her blocking me, and she changed her story to say she was there but didn't hit me. Insurance is saying she's not at fault.
    I initially was just going to let it go (I didn't want to cause longterm problems for the young woman), but I honestly have whiplash that has gotten worse. Can I still go to a police precinct to get a police report for the hit-and-run aspect of this, or is it too late now? It’s been 14 days and I’m in NYC (must file accident report with dmv within 10 days). Would the hit-and-run make the police report different from the dmv accident report?

    • @ryannay3492
      @ryannay3492 2 года назад

      I’m just curious how did end up working out

  • @Ivvy-y5f
    @Ivvy-y5f 10 месяцев назад

    Is it legal/what are the legalities surrounding a collision where the police were dispatched by 911 where the police cited the other driver and determined they were 100% at fault for the collision but the other driver's insurance does not follow the police report and claim a 70/30% split on fault while the no-fault parties insurance also found them not at fault either? In this case, it was due to "failure to yield to right-of-way traffic on a left turn."

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  10 месяцев назад

      If you think they're 100% at fault, you're alternative is to file a lawsuit against the other party. Otherwise, I'm not sure about any 'legalities' regarding the ins co's decision.. If they find you 30% at fault, they can do that. You're response would be to file suit....

  • @noelliaplt6010
    @noelliaplt6010 2 года назад

    Hello i have a question today one person of a third party company working for my apartment complex, broke my car window while he was mowing and after that he just left, so I took pictures and went to my apartment's office, they told me where going to send a report and I asked to check the cameras but they also said that was working so the cameras were off I was trying to collect my proof that I didn't move my car during two days, so now they said they can't do anything for me and I have to wait until the other company come to check my car and see what can they do but I have to go to work and that's my unique car, I don't know what to do.

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  2 года назад

      Hi, I'm really sorry you're having to deal with this. Unfortunately, it's a bit outside my area of knowledge which really more is focused on auto accidents and dog bites etc etc. I wish I could be more helpful but I'm not sure what to tell you to do about this situation.

  • @MikeStar21
    @MikeStar21 5 лет назад +3

    Going to the police station and filing a police report won't be any good because that report is going to be one-sided and won't have both sides of the story.

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  5 лет назад +1

      Hi, it would be. But Ive found it to be important nonetheless. Thanks for the comment.

  • @prettylydia99
    @prettylydia99 5 лет назад +1

    Im a foreigner from South Korea who is living in the U.S An old lady backing up and hit my car at store parking lot today. Broke the car right side mirror and scratch beside. So just minor accident. She gave me fake phone number intentionally. I tried call the number but her phone was not ringing so I asked her about it. She lied the phone what she is holding.... Thats her son's phone so She cant let me know his phone number. So I took her drive license plate and she ran away. When I called the police station. It was very complicated with my poor English. So I gave it up reporting and asked it to one of my friends. He told me she will lie to police. She will pretend dont know about the car accident. No evidence and no witness. Only her car license plate. What can I do? I feel so bad cuz she looks like a wealthy white grandma who has a nice brand new car. How come lied to a foreigner like her daughter age person to avoid paying little money. Im so mad at her and want justice. Please help me.

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  5 лет назад +1

      Good morning. I'm sorry she took advantage of you. The thing to do would be to go back to the police department and try to get that report filed even though I know it's difficult. Other than that, your other option would be to go to your insurance company, report it, let them find the woman via the license plate and then let them run with it.

  • @fastmela.com.2420
    @fastmela.com.2420 5 лет назад +1

    Thank you for your information. I had an accident last week, I called 911. the police came & didn't gave us any ticket or report to both sides. he just left us saying police doesn't involve in such minor accident. we exchanged a copy of DL, insurance and vehicle registration. now both sides saying it wasn't my fault. So what do you advise me in this regard. I just have liability insurance.

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  5 лет назад +2

      Hello, file a claim with their auto insurance company and see what they say. If they deny the claim you may have to file suit in small claims court.

    • @fastmela.com.2420
      @fastmela.com.2420 5 лет назад +1

      @@LawFull Thank you for your assistance.

    • @kkhang8617
      @kkhang8617 2 года назад

      It happened same to me. She hit my car yesterday. After waiting 30 minutes, polise said I dont need a police report. I hope she is a honest woman.

    • @DREadful4486
      @DREadful4486 2 года назад

      @@kkhang8617 yeah police honestly dont like writing up reports if you can just exchange information they rather you do that

  • @63slidethrew
    @63slidethrew 3 года назад

    what if you where hit by atruck and i realized i was at a memeory loss and i was not able to move for five months after
    but its been in 2018 but i finally remember now tho is it too late now

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  3 года назад

      It would depend on the laws of your state. I would suggest consulting with a local attorney to see if you can 'toll' the statute of limitations in a case like this.

  • @angelfroglisa2
    @angelfroglisa2 2 года назад

    I was just involved in a hit and run on the highway this evening. I reported the accident and described the car to the toll booth lady and begged her to call the police. The car didn't have his license plate in the back. I'm still in shock and feeling aches and pains now that the adrenaline is wearing off. Luckily I was able to correct the car after being hit and didn't crash because that would have been deadly. Don't know what to do.

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  2 года назад

      Hi, hopefully you have insurance coverage to cover the damage. If you don't know who the other party is, sounds like your only option is to go after your own ins.

    • @angelfroglisa2
      @angelfroglisa2 2 года назад

      @@LawFull I do have full coverage. But should I bother calling the police to see if anyone else called it in and reported it, or if they sent anyone to find the guy? I've never been involved in a hit and run. And I woke up with a lot of back, neck pain and a headache. Not to mention the emotional/mental turmoil of almost dying had I not gained control of the car at those high speeds.

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  2 года назад

      @@angelfroglisa2 Oh, when you said you reported it I assumed you did call the police. Well, your insurance company may want to see a police report was filed. Hard for me to know. I can say if it were me, I personally would file a police report. As far as your injuries, if it were me, I would get some medical treatment to check if you're ok. Forget about everything else, your health is the most important thing. Do you have health insurance?

    • @angelfroglisa2
      @angelfroglisa2 2 года назад

      I said I reported it to the lady at the toll booth and asked her to call the police which she said she would. Honestly I was in shock and just sitting on the side of the road not knowing what to do. I will call the highway patrol today within the 24 hour mark and file a report. I have my kids as witnesses and I just pray other drivers called it in.

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  2 года назад

      @@angelfroglisa2 Best of luck to you.

  • @mikentii99l
    @mikentii99l 3 года назад

    My father was in traffic and another driver crashed into back of his car. That driver said he didn't have insurance. Finally when the police officer arrived he just said because there are no injuries he will not write a report. So he only gave a citation to that driver. What should we do in this case?

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  3 года назад

      Hopefully you have collision coverage and can report the claim to your own insurance company to get the damage fixed. Then let them go after the other guy for reimbursement

  • @nicolet1591
    @nicolet1591 5 лет назад

    I got into an accident yesterday. I backed out of the private parking lot and someone else was backing out the same time. I seen her moving back into my car and tired to move up, but she kept coming. She said we both was not paying attention and when the cops came to report the incident she said I was not paying attention. I told the cops we both wasn't. I am unsure what the report will say on it. I tired to take her information down, but she wouldn't let me get it. The police did get our information but we never exchanged information when the police got our information. No ticket was given, just a police report. Being this car was my mom car and I wasn't on the insurance can she sue my mom insurance if no ticket was given? I need legal advice before calling the insurance people.

    • @bz3232
      @bz3232 5 лет назад

      Hi, if you need more info than I provided by email let me know. Thanks, Barry

  • @Kingvern1982
    @Kingvern1982 4 года назад

    I got hit by a car from NH no insurance. I was riding my bicycle what should I do?

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  4 года назад

      Do you own a car? If so, you may be able to file with your own insurance if you have uninsured motorist coverage

  • @vallexie7281
    @vallexie7281 5 лет назад

    I had an accident in a private parking.The other car crashed in front of my car.When i called the police,he gave me a paper to fill out online (self report online).I did.Still can not find my police report. Can you help me please?

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  5 лет назад

      How long ago did this take place?

  • @shawndewitt401
    @shawndewitt401 4 года назад

    Hello I was in an accident and the police was not called so now their is no witnesses how can the insurance company come after me

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  4 года назад

      Statements of the parties and the physical evidence.

  • @kaylacontreras9486
    @kaylacontreras9486 3 года назад

    I was parked when I was hit and police says that the police report will say it was 2 different incidents. A hit and run and the truck that hit me. It’s a false claim. He says the truck doesn’t have any damage matching the damage on my car. The white truck did all the damage to my car. I was on the call with 911 when the truck hit my car because it was snowing and I needed someone to get me out of the snow. What should I do ?

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  3 года назад

      Morning Kayla, I'm sorry but I'm confused by what happened....

    • @kaylacontreras9486
      @kaylacontreras9486 3 года назад

      So there was a snow storm I pulled over to the side of the road because it was dangerous to drive on. I called 911 to tell them I was scared if they can send help my way there were about 10 other cars also stopped we all didn’t have chains on our tires. As I am on the phone with 911 a truck is coming up the mountain. He lost control and slid on the icy road he hit my car while I was parked off to the side. It’s been 15 days since then and the police report is still not finalized but the officer explained to me what was going to be on that report. He says it looks like I was hit by 2 different cars. I wasn’t I was hit by one vehicle and I was on the call with 911 when it happened.

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  3 года назад

      @@kaylacontreras9486 Ok... Thanks. Well, police reports are a guide for the insurance company they are not the end all be all. You should file a claim for your damage with the insurance for the truck that hit you. I would also file a claim with your own auto insurance. In fact, I would use your own insurance to get your damage fixed as you may have issues with the other insurance company. At least that is what I think I would do.

    • @kaylacontreras9486
      @kaylacontreras9486 3 года назад

      Oh okay I thought what ever police report says is the end of story but thank you so much. Getting a reply from you really means a lot! 🙏🏻

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  3 года назад

      @@kaylacontreras9486 Best of luck to you.

  • @sukhrajD
    @sukhrajD 4 года назад

    Hi sir .. i met with an accident today this evening ,a lady hit my car from back and i got her insurance details and license photo.. but I didn’t call the police that time .. so can i file the policy report later on too ? Like 1-2 days after?

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  4 года назад

      You should be able to. I would recommend trying.

  • @zoounta
    @zoounta 4 года назад

    My insurace got lapsed one day and got fender bender accident..what can happened? Also found out was overlapsed after the minor accident 3 hrs later. From Ca but need some avice would be appreciated!

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  4 года назад

      Hi I'm not sure I understand. Your insurance lapsed and then you got in an accident? If that is the case, there may not be any coverage. In that event, you will have to go after the other party's insurance (if you were not at fault) or alternatively, you may be personally liable (if it was your fault).

    • @zoounta
      @zoounta 4 года назад

      @@LawFull yes correct! So if it was not my fault...do I negociate w their insurance company? More likely..I have to pay others damage?

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  4 года назад

      @@zoounta If you are not at fault, you shouldn't need to pay anything. If you are at fault, you may be on the hook.

    • @zoounta
      @zoounta 4 года назад +1

      @@LawFull Thank you for the info! I really apprciate!

  • @ravenfeathesDVM
    @ravenfeathesDVM 6 лет назад

    I was rear ended (very lightly) and stopped but the lady that tapped my bumper didn’t get out of her vehicle. She had been honking, tailgating, and flipping me off, following close behind me and when I slowed for traffic, she lightly tapped my bumper. I didn’t even feel the impact (if you could call it that) I actually thought it was the case of water that I had in back of my SUV banging the inside. So a week later the police department called me and said I left the scene of an accident! I was shocked. Am I in trouble for not reporting a non injury, no damage tap from the car behind me? They are demanding that I come in with a statement Monday morning.

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  6 лет назад +1

      Hi, this is odd. So the person who rear ended you called it in but you were not aware there was an accident? What city and state did this take place in? It might be advisable to speak to someone locally and I might be able to help with that. Email me at info@legalvlogger.com. Barry

    • @karenpizarro1648
      @karenpizarro1648 3 года назад

      @Raven Feiri what happened when u went to the police station?

  • @lanewalters391
    @lanewalters391 6 лет назад

    hey i was in an accident but i pit the wronge insurance information down......does that still help or no?

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  6 лет назад

      Hey Lane, you put the wrong insurance down where? You mean you gave the wrong insurance info to the police? If so, that is easily remediable. Is that what you mean? Thanks, Barry

    • @lanewalters391
      @lanewalters391 6 лет назад

      yes i gave the wrong insurance to the police and on the report as well so im asking if that effect the whole collision because my vehicle is damage and wanting his insurance to cover everything and he was at fault with it.

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  6 лет назад

      Hi, if the other guy is responsible or "liable" for the accident, giving the wrong auto insurance accidentally should not impact anything. Just provide the correct insurance to the police and/or the other party etc at your earliest convenience.

    • @lanewalters391
      @lanewalters391 6 лет назад

      ok the but the report shows the wrong information tho so im kinda worried and yes he is responsible for it as well and promise that he take care of the damage of my car and im also in pain as well

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  6 лет назад

      Hi, why don't you email me and tell me what city and state the accident happened in. I may know someone who can help you. info@legalvlogger.com Thanks

  • @mitchellelawrence6269
    @mitchellelawrence6269 2 года назад

    A fedex truck hit my car while parked I took a pic of the license plate police came 6 hrs later by the way I’m in Atlanta I don’t kno my next step

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  2 года назад

      Hi, contact FedEx claims management and file a claim with them. If you want your car fixed quicker, you can file with your own insurance. However, then you'd have to pay your deductible.

  • @hibachadid923
    @hibachadid923 3 года назад

    Thank you for this video,
    Can you help me how can i find my report on-line?

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  3 года назад

      Hi, search for the website of the police department that came to the scene of the accident. Or call them tomorrow and ask for the records department

  • @ryannay3492
    @ryannay3492 2 года назад

    What if there is no damage

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  2 года назад

      Every state has their own law regarding what needs to be reported.... I would just Google it or go on your state Dept of Transportation site to see what is required.

  • @kidvicious2227
    @kidvicious2227 5 лет назад

    I was just in an accident. I was backing up a trailer. I didn't see anyone behind me. The someone honked the horn. They said I back into them. I think she drove up on me n ran into me. They said I'm taking my car to the shop, I said you wanna call the police. They didn't n we never exchanged any information.
    No what could happen?
    So they we their way n I went mine.

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  5 лет назад

      Hi, did you guys exchange insurance and contact information? Or did they just take off? In terms of responsibility, I've had a few parking lot backing up accidents. I think if I recall correctly, it's always been the vehicle backing up that has been found at fault. Unless there's some way to prove the other vehicle was speeding etc etc.

    • @gloriatrevino1989
      @gloriatrevino1989 5 лет назад

      I backed up to a person car and I told her to call the police to make a report but she was in a rush to leave to Houston so we exchanged number no insurance because I sont think she had some but she ask if I can pay for damage and called n text her no reply? I did wrong I felt I did what shall I do ?

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  5 лет назад

      Wait to hear from her is all you can do. No?

  • @mrbass093
    @mrbass093 4 года назад

    hey barry, after im done with the accident report. who do i take it to afterwards?

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  4 года назад

      Hi, not sure what you mean. Whats the situation?

    • @mrbass093
      @mrbass093 4 года назад

      @@LawFull I’m referring to the police accident report, do they take it in afterwards?

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  4 года назад

      Still not sure what you mean. An accident happens, police come and create report, you wait a couple weeks and go in and pick up a copy or get it online. Does this answer your question?

    • @mrbass093
      @mrbass093 4 года назад

      @@LawFull ok I’m understanding now, there’s also on the website that you could file an accident report online

    • @mrbass093
      @mrbass093 4 года назад

      Do you know what is the reason for filing an accident online for since police can come to the accident easily and file the report

  • @jessijennib.s3081
    @jessijennib.s3081 5 лет назад +2

    I got in accident this pass one week this guy promise to fixing my car damages at he didn't want to fix my car. What should i do?

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  5 лет назад

      File a claim with his insurance company

    • @jessijennib.s3081
      @jessijennib.s3081 5 лет назад

      @@LawFull my insurance will go high if i file clams?
      I didn't get his insurance information

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  5 лет назад

      @@jessijennib.s3081 File with the other guy's insurance company. If you file with yours (which you probably are obligated by contract to do) your rates could go up. There are no guarantees that even if you are not at fault that your rates won't go up.

    • @jessijennib.s3081
      @jessijennib.s3081 5 лет назад +2

      @@LawFull i don't have he insurance information i can't
      Anyway thank you so much for your help!

  • @MoeMoe-nu7vt
    @MoeMoe-nu7vt 4 года назад

    I had an accident in NJ waited for 1 hour the police never showed up n I was rear ended ended up exchanging information n now I have a lawsuit against him n insurance company playing games w me

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  4 года назад

      Insurance co's are the worst... do you have a lawsuit or did you just file a claim with his insurance?

    • @MoeMoe-nu7vt
      @MoeMoe-nu7vt 4 года назад

      LawFull I filed a lawsuit October 10 th of 2019

    • @MoeMoe-nu7vt
      @MoeMoe-nu7vt 4 года назад

      LawFull I had back surgery September 27th

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  4 года назад +1

      @@MoeMoe-nu7vt Sounds like you're covered. Best of luck to you with it.

  • @yolandamorua107
    @yolandamorua107 3 года назад

    Live in Kyle TX i was in an accident and the police did not file a police department , I ask the police why , he didn't file police report , the kid I WAS in an accident with, didn't have a license, Didn't have insurance. The police said. Oh, well you both exchanged , the necessary information
    , he WAS wrong
    I took pictures of the accident, the young guys , I', D, a picture of his Nissan ,that belonged to a dealer. .a picture of my SUV . The kid had no lights
    , on his Nissan
    THE POLICE said , I can't give you a picture of the cameras. Over looking the street
    I called the police to obtain a police report and he said i never made a police report .

  • @drummer90099
    @drummer90099 3 года назад

    I gave a statement to the cops of my accident now their filed false reporting charges against me. For telling the truth. I didnt lie what to do

  • @staceytoibin6980
    @staceytoibin6980 5 лет назад +1

    I was in an accident this past Saturday at Fullerton & Greenview in Chicago. The other party admitted full fault to me. He went through a red and hit me while I was making a left on a left turn signal. I thought I was being nice by not calling police. I said I would go get an estimate and let him decide if he wants to pay himself or go through insurance. Turns out that he hit my wheel and I should not be driving my car at all. I sent him the estimate. He said it was too high and that he will not pay for a rental car. I told him that a rental i required by law and I should have just filed the police report. He also started to back pedal on being at fault. He gave me all of his info and did not take any of mine. I am a Realtor and 1. need my car for work everyday, 2. cannot be driving a smashed up car. He completely took advantage of my trying to be nice. If I called police right away I would have a rental car right now and my car would be at the shop. Instead, I had to pay $175 to another realtor to take my clients on showings today while I deal with all of this. Any suggestions?

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  5 лет назад

      Hi, sorry to hear this. I would go to the police station and file a report. Do you have his license etc.? Then report it to your insurance company and use your own insurance to get a rental car. Did you suffer any injuries? Barry

    • @staceytoibin6980
      @staceytoibin6980 5 лет назад +2

      @@LawFull I have his license plate, pic of his license and ins card all that he gave me. When he challenged me I just called both ins co.s right away and just picked up my rental car. He admitted 100% fault to his ins. co. I did not think I had injuries at time of accident and this morning, but now have right shoulder and lower back pain. Probably nothing I can do now because I was an idiot and just trying to be nice. Unfortunately, you just cannot be nice to or trust people. This is really sad.

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  5 лет назад

      If you are hurting, I would go to the doctor. Your case is one thing. Your health is another. Focus on your health, not your case. Personal opinion. By the way, Im in Glenview :)

  • @tinkerbell2882
    @tinkerbell2882 5 лет назад +1

    No police should not be i volved its not their job its i surance job

    • @LawFull
      @LawFull  5 лет назад +2

      Hello, I am sorry but I disagree strongly with that statement. It is not the insurance company's job to call the police. The victim of the accident should call as soon as possible.