What to Do After a Car Accident in Tennessee
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Call 911 and wait for the police to arrive.
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Exchange contact information and start gathering evidence.
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Get medical attention as soon as possible. 
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Notify your insurance company, but be cautious..
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Contact a Tennessee car accident lawyer.
Call the State of TN Auto Accident Call Center immediately at (855) 253-0629 with date, time, and location of the incident, as well as any additional information you may have. Take photos of both vehicles, as well as the license plate and VIN tag of the other vehicle (on the driver-side dash, near the windshield).
Do you have to call the police after an accident in Tennessee?
In Tennessee, you are not required to report car accidents that do not result in injuries or cause only very minor property damage. However, you are required to report accidents that result in death, personal injury or property damage exceeding $400.
Is Tennessee a no fault state for accidents?
Tennessee is considered a “fault state,” meaning that if you are injured in a car accident here and another driver is at fault, you may be able to recover damages from them and from their insurance company in a personal injury suit. https://www.insuringyouforless.com/automobile
Is there a time limit to report a car accident to the police?
You need to report an accident to the police by dialing 101 – the police non-emergency number – within 24 hours. If you cause any damage to someone's vehicle or property, no matter how minor, you should stop.
How long does an accident stay on your record in Tennessee?
Tennessee is a fault state, so you might wonder if that can affect the length of time car accidents remain on your driving record. Although there are several factors that can determine the penalties you can face if you were responsible for an accident, the accident will stay on your record for three years.
How many points is an at fault accident in TN?
Improper turning: 3 points. Failure to yield the right-of-way: 4 points. Leaving or fleeing the scene of an accident: 5 points, called “car accident” points. Reckless driving can net you 6 “reckless driving” points.
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