Road Accident
After a road accident in Bangladesh, the law sets out steps for safety, liability, and compensation. The Road Transport Act 2018 governs reckless driving and accidents, and victims or families can claim compensation. Saving life comes first — paperwork second. Serious cases need an advocate.
What should I do immediately after a road accident?
First, get the injured to safety and arrange medical help — saving a life comes before anything else. If you can, photograph the scene, vehicles, and number plates, and note witness contacts. Report at the nearest police station with a GD or case. Keep all medical bills.
Source: Road Transport Act 2018Can I claim compensation after an accident?
Yes. An injured person, or the family of someone killed, can claim compensation under the Road Transport Act 2018. Keep medical records, the police GD/case number, and evidence of lost income. Claims against the responsible driver or owner are commonly discussed. AdalotBD does not set the amount.
Source: Road Transport Act 2018Who is liable for a road accident?
Liability usually falls on the driver whose reckless, negligent, or rule-breaking driving caused the accident — for example speeding or driving without a valid licence. The vehicle owner can also share responsibility. Death or serious injury may also engage criminal penalties.
Source: Road Transport Act 2018Which papers matter in the first 72 hours?
Medical papers and bills, police GD/FIR number, vehicle plate/insurance details, photos, and witness contacts. See the road-accident 72-hour guided flow.
Source: Road Transport Act 2018 — general practiceWhen should I notify the insurer?
Within the deadlines in your policy. Keep the accident date, police case number, and damage photos. Consult an advocate before detailed statements — especially in serious injury/death cases.
Source: Insurance policy terms; Road Transport Act 2018Can I handle death or serious injury alone?
No. These cases involve complex criminal and compensation paths. Preserve hospital/morgue papers and the police case; use 16699 or an advocate. Do not sign unclear settlement papers under pressure.
Source: Road Transport Act 2018 — high riskAuthority: Road Transport Act 2018. Reviewer: Pending lawyer panel review. Next review: 2026-10-01.