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Practical Guide
How to Complete a Friendly Accident Report
After any traffic accident, drivers must immediately stop and take the necessary measures to secure the scene (art. 51 LCR). In case of injuries or significant damage, the police must be called (117). In case of simple material damage without dispute, a…
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Applicable law articles
Critical Deadlines
- Secure the premises and witnesses — immediate
- Joint completion of the report — on the spot (LCR 51 / LCR 92)
- Transmission to insurers — in the 14 days (LCA 38)
- Supplement with insurance or expert assessment — before prescription (3 years RC) (LCR 58 / CO 60)
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