Question

One day, while Barbara was parking her car at the mall, she backed into another car. She got out of her car to see what happened. The other driver was not there at the time. Barbara could not see any damage, so she continued on her way. Which of the following statements is true about this situation? Because there was no obvious damage, Barbara has no liability. Barbara should have left a note for the other driver. Barbara’s action is an example of a hit-and-run. Barbara should have left a note for the other driver and Barbara’s action is an example of a hit and run.

Answer 1

Answer: Barbara should have left a note for the other driver and Barbara’s action is an example of a hit and run.

Explanation:

Hit and run occurs when there's a traffic collision with another car or human being and the person who caused the collision doesn't stop and therefore doesn't provide necessary information details which are required by law to the other person affected.

With regards to the scenario discussed in the question, Barbara should have left a note for the other driver and Barbara’s action is an example of a hit and run.

She should have left a note which will consist of details of how she can be reached in case there's further damage on the car.