2. Obtain a copy of the police report. The police report will contain important information about the accident, including the officer's opinion on who was at fault. If you can, obtain a copy of the police report as soon as possible.
3. Speak to witnesses. If you were not at fault, there may have been witnesses who saw the accident happen. Speak to any witnesses you can find and get their contact information. They may be able to provide statements that support your case.
4. Get a repair estimate. If your car was damaged in the accident, you should get a repair estimate from a qualified mechanic. The repair estimate will help your insurance company determine how much it will cost to repair your car.
5. Be prepared to go to court. If you cannot settle your claim with the other driver's insurance company, you may need to go to court. You should be prepared to present evidence that you were not at fault, such as the police report, witness statements, and the repair estimate.
Here are some additional tips that may be helpful:
* Do not admit fault for the accident. Even if you think you may have been partially at fault, do not admit it to anyone other than your insurance company.
* Be polite and cooperative with the other driver's insurance company. This will help build goodwill and make it more likely that they will work with you to resolve the claim.
* Be patient. Settling an accident claim can take time. Be patient and persistent, and do not give up until you are satisfied with the outcome.
