Unfortunately, there are a growing number of cases in which innocent drivers are wrongly accused of guilt in traffic accidents. Victims of these events often end up losing large amounts of money, and in some cases, they may lose their vehicle (if they are only protected by third parties). The problem for many drivers is that they have very little means of contesting any fault claim and showing that they have been wrongfully accused.
Until now, there have not been many effective ways to prevent false insurance claims. The main problem is that a witness is needed at the scene; otherwise, it is very difficult to prove that there is no fault in an accident. Many car accidents in which no witnesses are present will be based on “hearsay” evidence. This type of evidence is very limited and will often lead to lengthy cases in which both parties argue their innocence.
However, with the help of modern technology, drivers can now continuously monitor the road with a car camera system. These systems are increasingly used as an effective means of increasing vehicle safety. In the event of an accident, these devices are very effective and help prevent drivers from being wrongly accused of guilt.
The devices, which are often smaller than a mobile phone, also capture and track where the vehicle is via GPS. This GPS information is very useful in determining the exact location of the vehicle in the event of an accident. Superior in-car camera systems will also provide ultra-sharp recording resolution in high definition to ensure that all footage can be used for evidentiary purposes when needed. Some in-car camera systems will also provide vehicle speed and crash ‘G’ readings at the time of the accident. This is data that also helps determine driving behavior and faults during accidents.
What’s more, with the use of an in-car camera system, the time taken to resolve accidents can be significantly reduced and false injuries and claims can be easily disputed. The information captured on these camera systems is time and date stamped and, like traditional CCTV, the images are very useful for both insurance companies and local authorities such as the police.
Having a camera in the car is also beneficial for drivers when their vehicle is parked and / or unattended. Minor criminal damage cases and other events can be recorded with an on-board car camera. These recordings can be used to help identify the culprits and prosecute offenders should the need arise.