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For help...","datePublished":"2024-05-30","dateModified":"2026-04-24","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.dsslaw.com\/blog\/author\/steven-benvenisti\/#Person","name":"Steven Benvenisti","url":"https:\/\/www.dsslaw.com\/blog\/author\/steven-benvenisti\/","identifier":28,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/d7f42c353efc0d57ef9a500c374034a84856ae253453437f8e15f8ca9bed5f0c?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/d7f42c353efc0d57ef9a500c374034a84856ae253453437f8e15f8ca9bed5f0c?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C.","logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.dsslaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/bg-logo.jpg","url":"https:\/\/www.dsslaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/05\/bg-logo.jpg","width":192,"height":90}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.dsslaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/DSS-Blog-FT-Image-Template-5.png","url":"https:\/\/www.dsslaw.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/DSS-Blog-FT-Image-Template-5.png","height":500,"width":600},"url":"https:\/\/www.dsslaw.com\/blog\/information-to-exchange-after-auto-accident\/","about":["Car Accidents"],"wordCount":782,"articleBody":"What information do you exchange after a car accident, and why is it essential to get the correct information? New Jersey law says you must exchange information after a car accident, and if you don\u2019t get all the info, you might have trouble with your car accident claim.For help figuring out what to do after a car accident, call our Edison car accident attorneys at Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C. With more than 40 years of experience, we\u2019ve secured over $1 billion in verdicts and settlements for our clients. Our winning track record of success says all you need to know about our firm.If you have questions about what to do after your car accident, you\u2019ve come to the right place.\u00a0What Information Do I Need to Exchange After a Car Accident in New Jersey?According to New Jersey law 39:4-129,\u00a0you must provide the following to the other driver (and they must provide it to you):Name & Address: The driver’s full legal name and current residence.Driver\u2019s License: You must show your physical license.Vehicle Registration: You must exhibit show the valid registration card for the vehicle.Crucial Information for Filing Insurance ClaimsWhile the law strictly focuses on identity and registration, your insurance claim will depend on these additional details:Insurance Policy: The name of their insurance provider and the specific policy number.Contact Info: A working phone number and email address.Vehicle Details: The Make, Model, Year, Color, and\u2014most importantly\u2014the License Plate Number.Pro Tip: Instead of writing everything down, use your phone to take clear photos of their License, Registration, and Insurance Card. This avoids transcription errors (like mistaking a “0” for an “O”).If you can, also get nearby witnesses’ names and contact information.\u00a0If you hit a car and no driver is present, you should secure a written notice with your name and address to the vehicle that was hit. If your car was damaged and no driver was present, you should file a police report and report it to your insurance company to make an uninsured motorist property damage claim.Why Is It Important to Exchange Information After an Auto Accident?Not only is exchanging information required by law, but it\u2019s a crucial step toward recovering compensation for your losses.\u00a0In New Jersey, you can file a claim with your own insurance provider (first-party claim) or, if the other driver is at fault, the other driver\u2019s insurance (third-party claim). If the other party is at fault, you will need their information to pursue compensation from them. If you don\u2019t have their information, proceeding with a legal claim will be much more complicated.\u00a0What If the Other Driver Doesn’t Have Insurance?This partially depends on the type of insurance you have. If you have a standard insurance policy, your own insurance company might be able to cover your damages and loss. However, if you only have a basic policy, accidents with uninsured or underinsured drivers may not be covered.In any case, you should still exchange information with them and consult with an attorney. An experienced New Jersey car accident lawyer who knows the local system can help you thoroughly explore all possible avenues of compensation.\u00a0Contact an Experienced New Jersey Auto Accident Attorney TodayKnowing what information to exchange after a car accident in New Jersey is vital to recovering the compensation you deserve.\u00a0Remember that the insurance companies want to save money. If they\u2019re not abiding by the terms of their policy towards you, you need an aggressive and experienced personal injury attorney who\u2019s ready to fight for what you\u2019re owed.\u00a0Contact our firm today to learn about your options. Even if you didn\u2019t get all the driver\u2019s information or the other driver doesn\u2019t have insurance, it doesn\u2019t hurt to learn more about what you should do next. The consultation is free, and we don\u2019t charge fees unless we win.\u00a0We\u2019re happy to meet with you at one of our offices or virtually via Zoom, FaceTime, or Zoom. We speak Spanish and have translators for many other languages if needed.\u00a0About the AuthorLatest PostsSteven BenvenistiSteven Benvenisti, Esq. is a Partner at the Law Firm of Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C. He is Certified by the Supreme Court of New Jersey as a Civil Trial Attorney. 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