US Drivers Fail to Honor the Road Code

Traffic politeness rarely exists any more. Everybody is in a hurry and people seem to give each other the finger more and more often. According to Allstate, this attitude also reflects on the “hit while parked” collisions, as the likelihood of drivers stopping or leaving a "sorry" note on your windshield if they hit your car is not very high.

Though most states require the driver responsible for an accident with an unattended vehicle to notify the owner, this rarely happens any more. Despite this, Allstate recommends drivers to always leave a note explaining what happened, no matter how visible the damage is.

"Leaving the scene of an accident without stopping is a very serious matter," said Bill Daly, Allstate assistant vice president of auto claims. "If you caused damage to a vehicle you may be liable and can be held responsible. Collision coverage will protect you if someone hits your parked car and can help pay for repairs."

A simple trip to the mall can end badly for you if when returning to your vehicle you find that that you’ve been a victim of a hit and run. This usually happens due to distractions: turning on the radio or checking for missed calls can make it more difficult to maneuver your vehicle.

Allstate says that 69% of the hit and run collisions in America involve a parked vehicle. So if you’re a victim, try asking people nearby if they were witnesses to the accident, take pictures of the area and all damage to your vehicle, check for surveillance cameras and always contact your insurance company.