How do I make an insurance claim after a car accident?
Everything you need to know about making an insurance claim after a car accident. If you have had a car accident you will need to report the incident to your insurance company as soon as you can. If you’re involved in a car accident, it’s vital that you tell your insurer about it as soon as you can so not to invalidate your cover.
What happens to my car insurance if I'm involved in an accident?
The fact that you were involved in an accident is likely to negate your no claims discount and could give cause to your insurer to raise your premiums. If you caused the accident then you will almost certainly have to pay the excess and, as a result, your car insurance premium is likely to increase in the future.
How long after an accident can you file a claim?
Many car insurance policies will have a set limit on the amount of time you have after an accident to report it. Check your car insurance policy for the details – time periods can vary from two days to two weeks after the incident. How do I make a car insurance claim? To help you make a successful claim, follow our car insurance checklist: