What to Do If You Scratch Someone While Driving
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Here are the steps to handle a situation where you scratch someone while driving: 1. Report the incident promptly: The involved party should immediately call 122 or ask passing vehicles or pedestrians to report the incident to the nearest police station or traffic officer on duty, providing details such as the time, location, the vehicle involved, and any injuries or fatalities. Do not leave the scene before the police arrive. If necessary, while reporting to the police, you can also call nearby medical units, emergency centers, or fire departments for assistance. 2. Turn on the hazard warning lights: After the incident, the vehicle must stop immediately. Once stopped, engage the handbrake as required, turn off the engine, and immediately activate the hazard warning lights. Place a hazard warning sign behind the vehicle to alert approaching vehicles to detour and prevent further accidents.
I've been driving trucks for thirty years and witnessed countless accident scenes. If you hit someone, the first thing is to immediately stop, turn on hazard lights, and check the victim's condition. For minor injuries, assist them to a safe roadside spot; for serious injuries, never move the victim—call 120 (ambulance) and 122 (traffic police) right away. Then quickly place a warning triangle 50 meters behind your vehicle to prevent secondary accidents. Take comprehensive photos of the scene: impact point, license plates, road conditions, and injuries. When police arrive, be truthful and don't shift blame. After receiving the accident liability report, advance medical payments if required but keep all receipts. Remember to notify your insurance company within 24 hours with complete documentation for claims. The key throughout is staying composed—calm handling shows true professionalism.
