Reversing collision

While reversing in a car park, narrow street or dead end, hitting the car behind or a fixed object is common; sight angle and maneuver space are the basis of review.

Fault assessment: KTK art. 53 imposes maximum care and a duty to yield when reversing or turning; reverse-maneuver findings are assessed through the maneuver geometry.

Step by step

1. 1

   Stop and assess

   Stop immediately on impact; calmly assess the situation without disturbing the contact point by moving forward.

2. 2

   Inform the other party

   If a driver is present, exchange information; if the car is parked and the owner is absent, follow the parked-car steps.

3. 3

   Document the maneuver

   Photograph the reversing angle, any sight obstruction and the damage; call the expert line to begin the process.

4. 4

   Adjuster report

   The adjuster writes a technical opinion based on maneuver space and the duty to yield, then signs the report.

• ✓ Law 5684 art. 22/17
• ✓ Licensed adjuster
• ✓ Free 24/7 hotline
• ✓ KVKK compliant

The adjuster-report difference

Unlike the mutual report drivers fill out among themselves, in this scenario the report is prepared by an authorised, registered and impartial insurance adjuster who supports the technical opinion with a sketch. Under Law 5684 art. 22/17, the report has evidential value in the insurance process.

What's included

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