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A motor accident, whether it's a minor scrape in town or a major crash on the motorway, can send anyone into a state of shock. However, according to legal expert Elliot Johnson, it's frequently the most basic errors that end up hitting drivers hardest in the wallet.
Elliot highlighted two particularly costly blunders - departing the scene prematurely and neglecting to contact police when legally obliged. He warned these missteps could transform a nerve-wracking incident into both a financial and legal nightmare.
Elliot said: "In the UK, leaving the scene without stopping properly isn't just bad judgement, it's a criminal offence. The law is crystal clear: you must stop, provide your details and, if necessary, report the crash.
"If you don't, you could face a fine o