Everything you need to do if you are in a car crash in Australia

Being involved in a motor vehicle collision can be overwhelming, even when no one is injured and the damage to vehicles or property is minor. Here’s your step-by-step guide on what to do if you are caught in a major or minor car crash in Australia, how you can seek help, and what your rights are if you are at fault or not.

Did you know failing to stop after a car accident is a punishable offence in Australia? Credit: SG_PhotoPost After Car Crash.jpg

All drivers involved in a car crash must stop by law and exchange details.

• Police in Australia only need to attend major car collisions, where there are injuries, or other potentially illegal, compounding factors involved.
• In most cases, drivers involved in minor collisions can work out the next steps by themselves

In most cases, drivers involved in minor collisions can work out the next steps by themselves.

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