Professor wants proof of car accident?

Question

Long story short- I missed a test because I hit a deer on my way to class (I live in BFE) and my windshield was shattered. I emailed her and she said that I can make-up the test if I provide documentation with the date.
Since I did not file a police report (really was no reason to, the deer wasn't blocking the roadway- and even if it were, my family would have taken care of it.). I was so shook up and didn't think of what kind of documentation I would have to provide my prof with. Now i'm stuck... how would you handle this situation?

Answer 1

With a windshield that was shattered, then a glass company would have to fix. So, like poster Stephen suggested, provide a receipt of the payment made from the glass company.



And no, with a deer, it is sometimes impossible not to hit or avoid, since even if you swerve to avoid, could end up hitting another vehicle or object, or even have the vehicle overturned and can get serious injuries.



BTW, check your insurance to see if you have glass replacement coverage to pay.

Answer 2

A photo of the damage would be pretty proof-y for anyone. So would an estimate or work order from the repair shop, and so would the claims opening or closing notice from your insurance company. This stuff isn't rocket science.



If none of that works, carry the dammed deer carcass into the classroom and drop it on the prof's friggin desk.

Answer 3

Are you the same person that earlier posted a question where you had lied to your teacher and had claimed an accident that happened 3 days before was the reason for missing your test? You lied and got caught at it. Suck it up and take responsibility for your actions. You must not seem very trustworthy if your teacher is demanding that amount of proof.

Answer 4

Picture of the damage, copy of your insurance claim and the job sheet from the car repair shop will at least prove that an accident happened.



If that doesn't work, send her a dead deer...

Answer 5

The insurance report should do. Insurance adjustors knw where to look for blood, deer hair, etc. whenever you are filing such a claim.

Answer 6

The shop that replaces your windshield should give you some paper documentation, like a work order and a receipt.

Answer 7

Did you file an insurance claim? If so, that's what you can provide.

Answer 8

Ask your professor what "proof" he/she will allow. How would anyone else know?