Legal Requirements for Collision Reporting"

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Essential Information to Share After a Vehicle Accident

In this episode, Chris Harris, also known as Safety Dawg, addresses a critical listener question regarding the information required to be provided after a vehicle accident. 

Citing the Highway Traffic Act of Ontario, he details that drivers must, upon request, give their name, address, driver's license number, jurisdiction of issuance, motor vehicle liability insurance policy issuer and number, as well as the name and address of the registered owner and the vehicle permit number. 

He also emphasizes the legal duty to remain at or return to the accident scene, render assistance, and comply with these information-sharing requirements.

00:00 Introduction and Scenario Setup
00:23 Legal Requirements for Information Exchange
01:14 Detailed Breakdown of Required Information
02:05 Additional Legal Obligations
02:50 Conclusion and Sign-Off