1. Pull over to the side of the road and stop your vehicle. Turn on your hazard lights and set up your parking brake.
2. Call the police. Explain to the operator what happened and provide them with the location of the accident.
3. Get out of your vehicle and check on yourself and any other passengers in your vehicle for injuries. If anyone is injured, call for emergency medical assistance.
4. If there is no one in or near the empty vehicle, leave a note on the vehicle with your name, phone number, and insurance information. You can also take photos of the damage to both vehicles.
5. File a claim with your insurance company as soon as possible. You will need to provide them with the police report, photos of the damage, and your contact information.
6. Cooperate with the police and your insurance company as they investigate the accident. They may want to speak to you about what happened or inspect the vehicles involved.
By following these steps, you can help protect yourself and your interests after an accident with an empty vehicle.
