Yes, that is my car.
Actually, what happened was mostly my fault. I changed lanes at the last minute so this motorbike drove into my car from behind. I'm not hurt but it was a shitty, scary first experience. When the motorcyclist slammed into my car, the vehicle jerked violently. The scariest thing, though, was glancing into my side mirror to witness a LIVE human body tumbling onto the road. In that rectangular mirror piece, it looked like some sort of stylised movie scene but my god, IT WAS NOT.
I was so fucking scared I had killed somebody because the dude was lying on the asphalt! How am I suppose to live with the guilt and the trauma of manslaughter? But -- thankGod thankGod -- he was only scratched, not broken. In fact, he was so okay that he could pick himself up ... to, unfortunately, hurl angry words at me.
To be honest, if I were alone, I would've probably tried to die on the spot. I was stunned and hence, clueless on how to respond. So it was fortunate I had Audrey with me...
So sorry to drag her into my mistake but she was a real life saver. She told me calmly to call my parents and then she talked the motorcyclist down until he ... smiled. WTF. Honestly, if she wasn't there with me, I think I may be in a counselling room now instead of blogging!
Now, the aftermath of the accident was quite bad...
Punctured tire.
It cost RM375 (£75) for a new tire :(
And that's not counting the dent on the rear of my Cephiroth (my car's name) as well. From the looks of all that ... how do you think the guy's motorbike fared?
And that's not counting the dent on the rear of my Cephiroth (my car's name) as well. From the looks of all that ... how do you think the guy's motorbike fared?
Trashed up?
Hanging on a screw?
Crumpled like paper?
Hanging on a screw?
Crumpled like paper?
Unbelievably, it only had its suspension damaged. It was otherwise FINE.
Getting into an accident was a really bad experience but they say what doesn't kill you only makes you stronger -- or wiser, in this case. Very grim words for the situation but this is going to be a deeply imparted life lesson.
Guess the best lessons are experienced, not taught. Besides being more careful with my driving, Audrey and the parents told me that with car accidents, it's best to practice skepticism when it comes to dealing with the other party.
You see, the motorcyclist who hit me is a good example.
My parents "look" rich -- although we're not -- and the moment the motorcyclist saw that, he suddenly became demanding and self-victimising . He even showed my parents his limping leg which was caused by "fakingitis".
Guess the best lessons are experienced, not taught. Besides being more careful with my driving, Audrey and the parents told me that with car accidents, it's best to practice skepticism when it comes to dealing with the other party.
You see, the motorcyclist who hit me is a good example.
My parents "look" rich -- although we're not -- and the moment the motorcyclist saw that, he suddenly became demanding and self-victimising . He even showed my parents his limping leg which was caused by "fakingitis".
While I am sorry that I caused him injury and loss but his deceitfulness makes me think otherwise about helping him. I don't like the idea of aiding a lying man. Especially not a misfortunist* with fakingitis.
*misfortunist = opportunist + misfortune; a person who takes opportunity from misfortune
What's more, judging from the damage on my car, it was obvious he was speeding way too fast to be safe. So, this puts him at a partial fault too. But the best part is that when asked him: why in the world was he speeding on a normal road?
His reply?
His reply?
"Saya dispatcher! Mesti cepat la!"
(I'm a dispatcher! I have to drive fast!)
Ok lor. In that case, I hope you'll consider lady drivers like yours truly who will stop you in your motorcycling tracks. Literally.
10 comments:
Just so you know, if you were in the UK. Never ever say you are sorry and never ever admit you are wrong. You're a woman, this should be easy as you could be sued for a lot of money especially with those injury claims of 'fakinitis'.
Glad you're OK and he is well enough to 'fakinitis'.
So glad you are okay!
This is just the biggest fear I have of driving- not getting into an accident myself but the idea of accidently hurting someone else *cringe* Glad everyone was okay :3
After that, Business can't be so bad, right?
To Kitty : I'd actually be more pissed if the other person wouldn't admit he was wrong. That would be plain dishonest and surely Brits have better moral values than that.
To Veronique : Usually if you drive safe, you'll be fine :) I just have a tendency to be careless here and there.
Oh my! The dent looks terrible! I wonder how much it will cost to repair it. It’s a good thing you and the motorcyclist are fine, though. Anyway, if things get out of hand, you should be prepared with a lawyer. The “fakingitis” injury can be a tough case, but, well, he is speeding, which can be considered too. Good luck!
To Guy Chambliss : You have a cool name, Guy :D and thanks for the concern. My dad managed to sort things out so everything's settled.
Good thing that none of you got hurt in the accident. Even thought the motorcyclist is kind of harsh, it is good that you did not lose your temper. The situation should be investigated; it would be good if you have a lawyer especially if he starts suing you for the “injuries” that he got.
Fortunately no, no one is suing anyone and matters were settled on the spot. Quite civilly, if I might add. Thanks for the concern though!
It’s surprising that the motorbike wasn’t totally damaged. In fact, it didn’t look like it came from an accident at all – it looks absolutely perfect right there, without any scratches! Your car, on the other hand, looked like it had gotten hit on the back by a truck. The damaged on your car is strong evidence though. If the guy on the motorbike was not over speeding, this wouldn’t have happened. Did you pursue anything after this incident?
Hello lady :) We're so glad to hear you are okay. Are you suffering any injury because of the accident? Better seek for medical to diagnose if you are a whiplash victim. If that's the case, you can ask for whiplash compensation.
Even though it was your fault, the other party didn’t have the right to be harsh to you like that. If there were to have any discussions, they should be done in a manner that is civilized and kind in order to take away the shock of the incident.
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