A dashcam can significantly strengthen your car accident claim by providing objective video evidence that proves fault, captures license plates of hit-and-run drivers, and prevents false liability claims. Insurance companies are far less likely to deny claims when confronted with clear dashcam footage showing the accident sequence.
Key ways dashcams impact accident claims:
- Proves fault definitively – Video evidence eliminates “he said, she said” disputes and shows exactly what happened before, during, and after the collision
- Identifies hit-and-run drivers – Captures license plate numbers and vehicle details when other drivers flee the scene
- Protects against false claims – Prevents you from being held liable for accidents you didn’t cause
- Strengthens compensation cases – Provides irrefutable documentation that supports your injury and property damage claims
In Western Australia, accident victims with dashcam footage have a significant advantage when pursuing motor vehicle compensation claims, as this evidence can be shared with police and used throughout the legal process.
How dash cams can help you with your car accident claim
Dashcams can also help you avoid being held liable for an accident when you’re not at fault, as they could function as “witnesses” to the incident. This footage can end ‘he said, she said’ arguments in court and possibly end up being a critical part of proving fault in motor vehicle collisions. Dashcams may also inadvertently capture images of hit-and-run drivers, making compensation a more straightforward process for any injured parties.
If your dashcam records an incident, we encourage you to share the footage with the Police to help them in their inquiries.
What to Look for in a Dash Cam
There are a few essential details you should look for in your vehicle dashcam.
- Make sure that the camera captures clear video. The aim is to capture license plate details. Correct recording of license plate numbers can be critical for identifying hit-and-run drivers.
- Make sure that the dashcam performs in dark lighting. Acceptable night performance is a must to capture any accidents after dark.
- Make sure you buy a camera that turns off and on with the operation of your vehicle, so you don’t miss important events due to a flat battery.
Call the Police
In Western Australia, the driver of a vehicle must report a traffic crash to the Police if:
- The accident resulted in bodily harm to any person
- The total value of property damage to all parties exceeds $3,000
- The owner or representative of any damaged property is not present.
Even if the accident is minor and there is very little damage, complete an online police report. If you fail to do so in WA, you may have issues making a personal injury claim. Save and print the online police report as your car accident lawyers in Perth will want a copy. Complete the report online at crashreport.com.au.
The Team at Soul Legal
Soul Legal is an experienced car accident lawyer in Perth. We specialise in helping victims injured in car accidents and are one of Perth’s most trusted law firms. We have served the Western Australian community for over 20 years.
Contact Soul Legal today for an obligation-free motor vehicle compensation claims appointment.
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Kevin Wong is the Director of Soul Legal and a seasoned Perth-based personal injury lawyer who has been passionately representing injured clients across Western Australia since 1991, handling everything from minor claims to complex catastrophic injury cases.
