Hi! To start, I’m in NC. I was stopped while waiting for the road to clear while trying to pull out of a parking lot after work. The driver behind me rear ended me at a slow speed, like the air bags didnt even go off. We pulled over and checked the cars which both seemed fine. I got her name and number, but didn’t know what else to ask.
Anyway, I’m worried now that I’m home because I’m realizing there can be hidden damages. I don’t really know what to do or what order to do it in. Do I have to get my car looked at for possible issues? It’s an almost 3 year old car now so pretty new. What would you do basically? Would you contact insurance, then take car in? Or take the car in first and see what they say? Like I have no idea what is normally done.
I’m also worried about myself because my head did like move forcefully even though it was a slow speed. I jolted and just didn’t really know what happened when it did. I’m going to see how I feel tomorrow if there’s any pain. I’m hoping not but I’ve never had anything like this happen.. But if there is pain and I visit the dr, I’m assuming I’d need to report it to my insurance and reach out to the driver for her insurance?
Just trying to see what to do. I might’ve trailed off a bit but my parents don’t really seem to know what to do either. Thanks!
Posted by bunny000001
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This exact thing happened to me.
If there is the slightest chance that there could be internal damage to the bumper, I would get it checked out. Ask the person who hit you if they would be ok paying for the inspection costs. If they refuse, then you have the right to contact their insurance (which they obviously wouldn’t want)
If that inspection reveals no damage, then no harm done. The other driver just pays the inspection costs and you’re good to go. If there is damage, you get a quote from the body shop, and ask the other driver to pay for it. If they can’t, then contact their insurance
Retired NC Adjuster
You can get your vehicle checked out at a body shop. They’ll have a better view on a lift. If there is damage, report to the insurance company.
It’s not unusual to develop pain after a rear end collision, even with minimal damage. It’s probably a soft tissue injury that will resolve with rest and ice. But if your pain continues or worsens, get yourself checked out. I would not go to an ER right now, many hospitals in NC are at or near capacity right now. Personally, I’d go to my PCP or urgent care.
Wishing you the best
With there being no damage, and I assume, no video footage or witnesses, I wouldn’t be surprised if she ghosts you. Did you take pictures of her car? License plate? Driver’s license? Any information about her other than her name and number?