How To Write an Effective Accident Report
How do you write an accident report?
In Jamaica, promptly reporting a motor vehicle accident is a legal obligation and essential for insurance claims:
- Stop and secure the scene. Ensure the safety of all parties and, if possible, move vehicles to prevent further incidents.
- Collect information, such as the names, contact details and insurance information of other involved drivers, as well as contact information for any eyewitnesses. Documents are required by the authorities include:
- Driver’s licence
- Registration certificate
- Fitness certificate
- Insurance certificate
- Licence plate number or the chassis number
- Report the accident within 24 hours to the police station nearest to your home or the accident site.
How do you write a damage report?
Documenting vehicle damage is important to file an insurance claim. After an accident, we advise you to:
- Take pictures of the accident scene and of damage to your and other drivers’ vehicles.
- Write down what happened in as much detail as you can remember, such as the date and time the accident occurred, injuries you have sustained and damage to your vehicle.