Human Resources
Auto Liability
The State of Tennessee has implemented a new reporting process for employees who drive state or personal vehicles in an official capacity.
Please review the information below regarding this new reporting process.
Auto Accident Reporting Instructions
You had an accident. Now what?
If you are driving a state vehicle, rental, or your own vehicle on official State business, follow these instructions if an auto accident occurs:
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- Don't leave the scene. Be prepared to communicate ALL details of the incident to the State's adjuster.
- Call emergency services (911 or police non-emergency number) as needed.
- Take at least 4 photos of both vehicles, license plates, parking situation, insurance card for other party, and any notable unrelated damages. Include photo of the other party if applicable.
- Call the State of TN Auto Accident Call Center immediately at (855) 253-0629 to report the incident, then call your supervisor and follow your department's applicable procedures.
- Do not admit fault in the accident or promise coverage or reimbursement to anyone.
If you hit an unoccupied vehicle:
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- Fill out a Damage Notification Card (available for download below) and leave it on the unoccupied vehicle.
- Call the State of TN Auto Accident Call Center immediately at (855) 253-0629 with the date, time, and the 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).
State of TN Auto Accident Call Center: (855) 253-0629
Damage Notification Card
If you hit an unoccupied vehicle, you need to fill out a Damage Notification Card. Download the Damage Notification Card below.
