3 Things You Should NEVER Do After Being Involved In An Accident
Being involved in an accident can be both traumatic and frustrating and in the ensuing panic you may say or do something which could work against you further down the line.
Being involved in an accident can be both traumatic and frustrating and in the ensuing panic you may say or do something which could work against you further down the line.
With international travel restricted for South Africans due to the latest COVID-19 variant, there will be an increased number of vehicles on our roads which could lead to a higher than usual rate accidents.
Running out of fuel can have worse consequences than embarrassment and losing one’s street cred. It can cause serious damage to your vehicle.
Accidents can happen to anyone at any time, but reports of how one occurred, can differ considerably.
In addition to following the normal process of collecting information, taking pictures also comes in handy; after all, pictures say a thousand words. That said, it is important to keep in mind that the purpose of taking pictures at an accident site is for photographic evidence and notto show off the gory nature of the accident.
Here are a few tips on the types of pictures you should ideally take at the scene of an accident.
Remember to clean the lens of your phone camera so that the images are clear and the text on the licenses and car branding is easy to read; and that it is illegal to distribute images of other people without their consent. The pictures you take should only be used to aid your version of events.
NB: This article is a guide and does not represent any insurance, legal or accident codes of behavior.
Being stuck on the side of the road can be unpleasant and scary, particularly if you are stranded as a result of a car accident. Our Editor, Vuyi Mpofu shares a few tips all motorists should keep in mind.
We often hear of motorists who, after being involved in a car crash, have their vehicles towed away either without their permission or to storage places that charge excessive daily rates.
While this practice is generally done by unethical tow truck operators, it can be avoided when motorists are aware of their rights.
Here are a few tips to keep in mind:
It is important to note that not all tow truck service companies are unprincipled. There are accredited service providers who adhere to strict rules of conduct. Motorists should not feel obligated or allow themselves to be intimidated into doing anything they don’t want to do.
Being covered by insurance is the best option, but even without it, no-one has the right to take your vehicle without your consent