Traffic Accidents in Japan

If you are involved in a traffic accident in Japan, the first thing you should do is call the police station. The police officer will investigate the accident and prepare a report. Next, you should contact your car insurance company. Typically, negotiations between the at-fault party and the victim are conducted through the agents of both parties' insurance companies.

Under Japanese law, damages are categorized into two types: economic and non-economic. Economic damages cover actual financial losses and future losses, such as loss of income or profits. You can recover your damages from the at-fault party. However, if you are also partially at fault, your responsibility will be considered as a factor against you.

We will provide you legal advice regarding with traffic accident cases.