How to Fill Out Forms After Exchanging Insurance Information After an Accident

Having an auto accident can be a stressful experience for everyone involved.  There is a lot of paperwork that needs to be filled out after the accident, and some of it may be difficult to understand.  This article will explain how to fill out forms that need to be filled out after insurance information has been exchanged.

1. In addition to the information that you get from the other person involved in the accident, you'll want to take note of other things: 

- Name and badge numbers of any responding police officers

- Number of cars involved

- Make, model and color of each car   

- Whether the cars were moving or parked

- Position of the cars after the accident

- Time of the accident

-Weather conditions

2. Write the information in the lines provided on the form.  There are usually lines for each driver's name and address, along with car and insurance information.  Some forms provide room for additional information, such as whether the car was parked, stopped in traffic or moving.

3. If the form provides space for a diagram, draw a picture of the accident.  Show the approximate locations of vehicles at the time of the accident, and label the diagram with street names and the cars involved.  Be sure to map the location correctly, using proper cardinal directions and corresponding street names.

4. Describe damage to the cars and report any resulting injuries.  Only report facts, not opinions or speculations.