Yes, but act quickly. If you find a factual error (wrong license plate, misspelled name, incorrect diagram), contact the officer who wrote the report or the department’s traffic division. Provide documented proof, like a photo of the correct plate, to support your correction request. The officer may file a supplemental report. Do not try to alter your statement of events. Note any corrections in your own claim file and inform your insurance adjuster of the update.

Avoid giving recorded statements without preparation, admitting any fault, speculating, or downplaying your injuries. Do not volunteer excessive personal history or discuss your emotional state casually. Never accept the first settlement offer immediately, as it is often a starting point for negotiation. Politely decline to answer questions you are unsure about and avoid saying “I’m fine” as this can be misconstrued. Stick to the basic facts of the incident.

Initially, you or your health insurance are responsible for paying the bills to avoid damage to your credit and collection actions. If you have MedPay (medical payments) coverage on your own auto policy, that can pay first. Do not delay treatment expecting the other party’s insurance to pay upfront; they only pay as part of a final settlement. Your eventual liability settlement should reimburse you for these paid bills and cover any outstanding balances.