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What do you do if you door ding someone?
I was debating with my friend the other day about driving etiquette. He said if you accidentally hit another car with your door and don’t cause any major issues, you can drive away. I said that you should at least leave a note.
Eric Schad · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
I like your etiquette! What you do if you door ding someone is stay until the owner of the other vehicle arrives or at least leave your information under the windshield of the car. Never just drive away. Not only is that irresponsible, but you may also leave the other person holding the bill through no fault of their own.
Once the other person assesses the damage, you can collectively decide the best plan to make the repairs. With any luck, you won’t need to involve your insurance provider, as this can raise rates for both parties.
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