Filing for a Stolen Auto Insurance Claim
Posted by on Nov 20, 2011 | No Comments »
Buying an auto insurance policy is just the first step towards getting the coverage you need; to be able to enjoy the benefits offered by your insurance policy, you must also know how to properly file for an insurance claim if you car is stolen or damaged in an accident. In this article, we are going to specifically cover the steps you need to take in order to file for a car insurance claim if your car gets stolen. Let’s get started, shall we?
First of all, you need to contact your insurance company as soon as possible in the event of a theft. You should be able to find the phone number of your insurance company’s hotline to contact when you need to make a claim or ask questions about the insurance policy.
After you have notified the insurance company about your situation, it is time to start collecting the necessary information and supporting documents. You should write down the date and time of the loss, details about your vehicle, and other supporting information you gather from witnesses and the police handling your case.
Documents can be acquired by working with the police handling your case. Police report as well as affidavit from witnesses will help support your claim. These documents should be filed accordingly along with the details and information you have gathered earlier.
You also need to fill out the claim form provided by your insurance company. Speak to a representative of the insurance company and get the necessary form so that you can file for the claim immediately. You can also get a pre-assessment on whether the claim is covered by the insurance company; since the case is theft, it should be covered by the insurance policy as long as you have the comprehensive coverage in force.
Don’t forget to check the fees and administration costs when you compare auto insurance quotes so that you can file for insurance claims without spending too much (or any) money in the process. The claim will be reviewed and you will receive the compensation you need for the loss.
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