Auto Insurance Claims/Hit and Run

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Expert: - 2/12/2010


Question
we were involved in a accident a truck hit the side of the car and we both left no police report the car is damaged and we still owe on it can we make a claim.

Answer
Hi Mary,

If you have collision insurance on your car, then you can make a claim to your insurance company who will pay for the damage less your deductible. If the other driver was at fault, your insurance comapny will then go after them for reimbursement.

If you got the other drivers insurance info, then you can call his insurance and make a claim if the other driver was at fault.

I hope this helps
Richard Hixenbaugh

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Richard Hixenbaugh

Expertise

Auto insurance claims procedure, auto coverage, liability issues, auto damage questions, how to deal with the insurance company, loss of use and diminished value.

Experience

I have been involved in the insurance industry for over 25 years. I have experience in underwriting, sales, claims adjusting, auto damage estimating, auto value appraising and diminished value appraising. I have testified as an expert witness over 35 times.

Organizations
Society of Certified Auto Appraisers

Education/Credentials
Completed all required courses for the Florida Property-Casualty agents license and the Florida claims adjusters license. I have attended various courses on auto damage estmating, vehicle appraising and am ASE certified in collision damage analysis.

Past/Present Clients
My company has done work for consumers nationwide.

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