Reporting an Accident
April 19, 2021
Every single day in Florida, there is a risk of getting into an auto accident. Whether you’re driving a truck down down the interstate or an SUV through Alligator Alley, even a fender bender is a possibility. If that happens, you may be wondering what your legal responsibilities are. The first requirement is reporting an accident.
Reporting An Accident – Requirements
Under Florida law, you’re required to report an accident immediately to the Florida Highway Patrol or Police after any of these instances:
- Death or injury
- Hit and run
- Accident caused by an intoxicated driver
- Accident that results in property damage (over $500 only)
You must file an accident report with the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) within 10 days from the date of the auto accident.
Reporting An Accident – How To
The Crash Report must be completed by you, your insurance company, or your legal advisor. You will need to gather the following details to complete the Crash Report form:
- Location and time of the accident
- Names, addresses, and dates of birth of all drivers and/or pedestrians involved
- Driver license details of all drivers involved in the accident
- Driver’s license plate number and state\
- Name and address of all policy holders and their insurance company
You do not need to file a traffic crash report with the Florida DMV if a police officer reported your accident. When an officer is sent to a scene where a police report is needed, they will usually take and write a report so that you do not have to file one.
Contact Your Injury Attorney For Help Reporting an Accident
If you have any questions or need help reporting an accident at the scene, contact Jodat Law Group, your local experienced auto accident lawyers. Jodat Law Group will schedule a free phone or virtual consultation to discuss the incident. We help people get back on their feet. Who’s That? Jodat!
