Traffic Accidents

Traffic Accidents

Be very aware of your surroundings while commuting and in your everyday life to prevent traffic accidents. Those who are found to be at fault for an accident may not be able to continue their studies. Be sure to purchase adequate insurance.

①Receiving Treatment

If someone is seriously hurt in a traffic accident, call 119 to receive emergency attention. Whether or not you think you are injured, you are recommended to go toa hospital and receive treatment. In some cases, the pain from an injury such as whiplash can increase as time goes on and permanent damage may occur.

②Reporting to the Police and Filing an Accident Report.

• Make a note of the address, name, and phone number of the other party involved in the accident.
• Call 110 and request the presence of a police officer.

The police will come to investigate, file a report, and use this report as an important document to help decide who is at fault.

③Medical Fees and Compensation Negotiation

After injuries are treated, both parties involved in the accident start the negotiations on medical fees and compensation for damage. As such negotiations can often be very complicated, it is best to consult with a Japanese person whom you can trust, or contact the International Center, administrative office of your college/graduate school, or the Office of Student Affairs. Also, please have a full understanding of what insurance you are covered by (study abroad insurance, personal liability insurance, medical-care insurance, etc.).

Local governments also offer traffic accident consultation centers as listed below: