At a breakdown, address people’s safety and traffic hazards before costs or delivery schedules. These checklists prepare you to communicate; they do not replace directions from responders. Official sources consulted: October 13, 2026.
Practical steps: Cooperate with responders and officers, then notify the carrier and insurer. When safe and permitted, record the time, location, damage and conditions, and exchange legally required information. Retain report or case references. Send originals to those handling the claim; do not post identity documents, plates, private contact details or injured people’s photographs in public groups.
California requirement: Submit a DMV SR-1 within ten days when anyone is injured, however slightly, killed, or property damage exceeds $1,000. This is separate from a police, CHP or insurance report. Confirm who will file it with your insurance agent or legal representative and obtain confirmation; do not assume it was completed. California DMV SR-1
Useful phrase: “Who is submitting the DMV SR-1, and can you confirm when it has been filed?” “由谁提交 DMV 的 SR-1？完成后能否给我确认？”
The checklists and phrases are teaching examples. Forum repair shortcuts and individual anecdotes are not presented as general rules. Refer injuries, hazardous cargo, liability disputes and clearance to operate to the appropriate professionals.
来源 / Sources
California DMV SR-1 CHP emergency guidance CHP Freeway Service Patrol