Other Drivers Information After Car Accident – MN Lawyer


GET THE OTHER DRIVER’S INFORMATION AFTER A CAR ACCIDENT – INJURY ATTORNEYS MN

Drivers involved in a car crash have certain responsibilities under Minnesota law. First is the requirement to provide identifying information. This includes name, address, date of birth, and the vehicle’s license plate number. See, Minnesota Statute 169.09(3). In addition, upon request, the driver must give the name and address of the vehicle’s insurer and the insurance agent. Id.

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After Car Accident Get Other Driver’s Information

But a driver involved in a crash may have additional duties, depending upon the type of collision. If bodily injury or death results from the accident, the driver must stop and remain on the scene. In addition, if the driver hits an unoccupied vehicle, he must locate the owner, report the accident to a police officer, or leave a note with identifying information. The failure to abide by these duties may result in serious civil and criminal penalties. See Minnesota Statute §169.09(14).

The police must be called whenever there is any auto accident injury, and they are required to prepare a report. See Minnesota Statute Section 169.09(8). The report must be provided upon request to any party involved in the accident or their representatives. The charge for the report is $5.

TRY TO GET A PICTURE OF THE OTHER CAR’S LICENSE PLATE IF THEY FLEE

Even if thecar accident results in minor damage, it is very important that you exchange information with the other driver. If the other driver refuses or drives away, try to at least get their license plate number to report to the police.In fact, you may be able to get a picture if you move quickly. However, obviously don’t do anything that puts yourself in danger. The most common reason the other driver will flee the scene is if they were driving intoxicated or driving with a revoked license. If the other driver refuses to provide information, the police should find them and impose the appropriate penalties.

If the other car runs, you may be entitled to uninsured motorist coverage from your own auto insurance if you were injured. However, before you will qualify for that, you must have made a good faith attempt to identify the other driver.Your insurance company will want the opportunity to go after them. Our car accident lawyers frequently represent people where the other vehicle was uninsured or the driver fled the scene. We handle cases throughout Minnesota. In fact, our lawyers will come to you.Call us for a free consultation.