Can I hit someone if they hit me first?
Yes this is called self defence, you were struck first by the other person who had intentions of striking you, you just can’t take it to far like seriously injuring or killing them, if they hit you once and you hit them back twice and they stop fighting then you need to stop as well, taking it further can get you …
What happens if someone hits your rear bumper?
Even though the rear bumper shows no signs of damage to the outside there may be damage underneath that plastic cover. I would suggest that you let your carrier know about the incident, ust making the report to your company should not impact your rates and companies don’t typically force you to pursue a claim of it’s clearly not your fault.
Do you have to take off a car bumper?
If there is no cosmetic damage to the platic, no problem either. Thats what bumpers are for-to be able to take a 5 mph impact without damage. The bumper cover does not have to come off to inspect the shock absorbers. @Bing …The channel is attached to two shock absorbers. Even if the metal channel is bent a little it is not a big safety factor.
How can damage be assessed without removing bumper?
The important part is the shock absorbers. If they have been compressed from the impact, it is important that they are not bent or remain compressed. An inspection from under the car will show whether or not they have been compressed and if they have returned to their normal position.
When to file a claim for rear bumper damage?
You should definitely file a claim with the insurance if somebody hit your rear bumper because even if there is no outside damage, there can be internal damages. Even if there is no outside damage, the small damage can later hamper the car itself.
Even though the rear bumper shows no signs of damage to the outside there may be damage underneath that plastic cover. I would suggest that you let your carrier know about the incident, ust making the report to your company should not impact your rates and companies don’t typically force you to pursue a claim of it’s clearly not your fault.
If there is no cosmetic damage to the platic, no problem either. Thats what bumpers are for-to be able to take a 5 mph impact without damage. The bumper cover does not have to come off to inspect the shock absorbers. @Bing …The channel is attached to two shock absorbers. Even if the metal channel is bent a little it is not a big safety factor.
Is it safer to use plastic or steel bumpers?
The short answer is no. They are not safer. The bumper has very little to do with safety. Will your car suffer more damage with a plastic bumper? That’s relative to the impact. Low speed yes, the plastic will suffer more. Greater speed the steel bumper will transfer more impact to the frame and other parts so it could be worse.
The important part is the shock absorbers. If they have been compressed from the impact, it is important that they are not bent or remain compressed. An inspection from under the car will show whether or not they have been compressed and if they have returned to their normal position.