What to Do When Accidentally Hitting Someone Else's Car While Reversing?

[DominicMarie]

When you accidentally hit someone else's car while reversing, the following steps should be taken: 1. If the damage to both vehicles is very minor and you cannot immediately contact the owner: Leave your contact information on the damaged car. 2. If the vehicle damage is somewhat serious: First, call the police to have traffic officers arrive at the scene. The officers will notify the other car owner and then decide whether to proceed with an insurance claim. File a report with the insurance company and assess the damage. Nowadays, many places have surveillance cameras. If the other party finds out through the footage, it could be considered a hit-and-run, which means the insurance will not cover the damages, and you may also face fines.