What to do if you hit someone: A complete guide to law, first aid and liability
In recent years, traffic accidents have occurred frequently, and how to correctly handle emergencies that cause injuries to people has become a hot topic of social concern. This article combines hot topics and data from the entire Internet in the past 10 days to provide structured solutions from the perspectives of law, first aid, and division of responsibilities to help parties respond calmly.
1. Hotspot data on the entire network: Popularity of topics related to traffic accidents
| Topic keywords | Search volume (daily average) | Main discussion platform |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic accident liability division | 15,000+ | Weibo, Zhihu |
| Compensation standards for injuries | 8,200+ | Baidu knows, Douyin |
| first aid measures | 6,500+ | Xiaohongshu, Bilibili |
| Insurance claims process | 12,000+ | WeChat public account |
2. Correct steps to deal with after injuring someone
1.Stop the car immediately and secure the scene: According to the Road Traffic Safety Law, hit-and-run accidents will face criminal liability. Turn on double flashing lights and place warning signs to avoid secondary accidents.
2.Check for injuries and call emergency services: - Minor injuries: Assist in stopping bleeding, immobilizing the injured limb, and call 120. - Serious injury: Do not move the injured person and wait for professional rescue. - Data reference: 70% of secondary injuries result from improper handling (Source: China First Aid Association).
3.Call the police and keep evidence: - Dial 122 to call the police and clearly state the location and casualties. - Take photos of the scene (vehicle location, skid marks, location of injured persons).
3. Analysis of law and liability
| Responsibility type | Compensation items | Reference standards (urban areas) |
|---|---|---|
| full responsibility | Medical expenses, lost work expenses, nursing expenses | 50,000-500,000 yuan |
| Main responsibility (70%) | Disability compensation (if it constitutes disability) | According to disability level × per capita income of urban residents × 20 years |
| Shared responsibility (50%) | Compensation for mental damages | 10,000-100,000 yuan |
4. Things to note when settling insurance claims
1.Report the case promptly: Notify the insurance company within 48 hours, overtime may affect compensation. 2.Material list: Accident identification letter, medical invoice, copy of the injured person’s ID card. 3.Dispute handling: If the insurance company refuses to compensate, you can complain to the China Banking and Insurance Regulatory Commission (hotline 12378).
5. Social hot topics
In the recent Douyin topic "#FirstWordAfterCrash", more than 60% of netizens believe that "taking the initiative to take responsibility" can effectively alleviate conflicts; Weibo data shows that 30% of accident disputes stem from the failure of the causing party to advance medical expenses in time.
Conclusion: After hitting someone, you need to stay calm and follow the principle of "first aid > law > compensation". It is recommended that drivers review traffic safety regulations regularly and purchase adequate third-party liability insurance (recommended to be at least 1 million yuan).
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