{"id":14203,"date":"2024-05-15T13:25:27","date_gmt":"2024-05-15T11:25:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fairforce.one\/?p=14203"},"modified":"2024-05-15T13:31:39","modified_gmt":"2024-05-15T11:31:39","slug":"unfallbericht","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fairforce.one\/en\/ratgeber\/unfallbericht\/","title":{"rendered":"Writing an accident report correctly - what must be included"},"content":{"rendered":"
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There's been a crash and you've been involved in an accident. The shock is great and you are at a loss as to what to do next. To ensure that you know later what actually happened at this delicate moment and don't forget any details, it is advisable to prepare an accident report at the scene of the accident. We explain how to do this and what you need to bear in mind here.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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What is an accident report?<\/h2>

Nerves are on edge after an accident. The vehicle is damaged, you wonder how it could have happened and have to think about all the little things. As the events shortly after the accident are still fresh and have not been distorted by subsequent events or musings, it is advisable to write an accident report at the scene. As the name suggests, this reports on the accident and how it happened. All important data and information about the accident are compiled in the report and recorded for later.\u00a0<\/p>

After all, once the initial shock has subsided and you have calmed down, you may find it difficult to remember details or particulars. The report provides clarity and helps you to avoid getting into a dispute with the person who caused the accident or their insurance company.<\/p>

This is why an accident report, also known as an accident report, is an important part of the procedure after an accident. It not only ensures that fresh details are recorded, but also that there is less hassle with the settlement later on. We are happy to support you and not only take care of communication with the opposing insurance company, but also ensure that your claim is settled as quickly as possible.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Writing an accident report - why it's so important<\/h2>

Anyone who thinks that an accident report is only for organising your own thoughts and memories is mistaken. This is because the report is regularly used by insurance companies and courts to determine guilt and is an important piece of evidence when it comes to clarifying the question of guilt. That is why it is important that, despite the shock and shock, after a short recovery phase, you prepare a car accident report on the spot and collate the important details of the accident.<\/p>

This means you are always protected. Even if the person responsible for the accident later wants to blame you or play down their part in the accident. If it becomes clear on site that there are discrepancies, it is advisable to call in the police.<\/b> Although you do not necessarily have to call the officers in the event of minor damage without injuries, if you and the other party involved in the accident disagree about who was involved and how, it is helpful to get help. This is because the police take on the role of an impartial third party, can secure additional evidence and reconstruct the course of the accident. The officers can also mediate between you and the person who caused the accident and support you in drawing up an accident report.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Accident report: example and contents<\/h2>

There are no fixed guidelines as to what an accident report should look like. However, it is important that it contains usable information for the insurance company and, if necessary, for the courts, and that it describes the incident neutrally and without apportioning blame. It can be helpful to stick to the W questions.\u00a0<\/p>

Who is involved in the accident?<\/strong>
Make a note of the personal details of all parties involved in the accident, their licence plate numbers and vehicles. In addition, all occupants of the vehicles, who is the driver and who is the owner, any witnesses and other persons who can say something about the accident and how it happened.<\/p>

When did the accident happen?<\/strong>
In addition to the date, the time is also important here. Make sure you state this as accurately as possible. This will protect you from the other party in the accident being able to blame you for damage that has already occurred.<\/p>

Where did the accident happen?<\/strong>
In addition to the most precise time possible, it is also necessary to state the location of the accident. So make a note of the street, intersection or other data on the exact location of the accident.<\/p>

What happened?<\/strong>
Document what exactly happened and what damage was caused to the vehicles. You should also be precise here so that not only your damage but also that of the person responsible for the accident is recorded in full. This not only secures your claims, but also protects you from the other party in the accident blaming you for older or later damage.<\/p>

How did the accident happen?<\/strong>
This is where you record how the accident occurred and how the damage mentioned in the previous point was caused. In addition to describing the course of the accident as precisely as possible, you can also include accident sketches and other important aspects that were relevant to the incident.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

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Accident report example:<\/strong><\/p>

Although the W-questions serve as orientation, they also specify what should not be missing in any accident report. The structure of an accident report could look like this, for example:<\/p>