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An auto insurance
policy actually consists of several different
coverage's.
Required in most states, it is something all drivers
must posses.
Liability Insurance
This coverage is the basis of all auto insurance
policies, and the minimum required in most states. If
you're found at fault in an accident, liability
insurance pays for the injury and property damage
expenses of the third party involved in the accident.
Property damage pays for the replacement or repair of
anything that was damaged. Bodily injury expenses cover
lost wages and medical bills. If you cause a major
accident, your current or potential coverage may not
cover you sufficiently. It is a safe bet to buy more
than the minimum required by your state.
Collision
If you're found at fault in an accident, collision
coverage will cover expenses needed to repair your
vehicle. Collision coverage is usually the most
expensive component of an auto insurance policy,
although it isn't required. Insurance companies might
proclaim your car a “total loss” if the repairs exceed
the market value of the car. When this occurs, the
insurance company will pay you the actual cash value,
minus the deductible. From there your car is off to an
auction where it will be sold for parts or scrap.
Replacement Cost:
The amount required to replace your car or repair
damages without considering depreciation.
Depreciation:
Decrease in value because of age/wear on vehicle.
Actual Cash Value (ACV):
The value of your car when it is damaged or destroyed.
Insurance companies figure the ACV by subtracting the
depreciation from the replacement cost.
Tip:
In most cases, it’s better to choose replacement cost
coverage. Although higher in price, the protection may
be worth it.
Comprehensive:
Comprehensive coverage will pay for damages to your
vehicle that were not caused by an accident. This
includes fire, vandalism, theft, natural disaster, and
even animals. Depending on the damage, the insurance
company will pay the cars worth right before the
incident. This is also optional coverage.
This process will allow you to request a quote for up to
4 vehicles and 4 drivers.
Upon completion of the form, the information will be
sent to an insurance agent, who will generate a quote
and email that information to you.
This is some information you should have available to
complete the form:
1)Year/Make/Model or VIN for each vehicle
2)Name/Date of Birth for each driver
3)Accidents/Violations within the last 36 months
The premium that you will receive is valid providing it
meets the underwriting and rating guidelines of the
company. This is not an insurance policy nor insurance
binder. This is a quote for your information only.
The 13 Steps if an Accident Occurs
Unfortunately, bad things do happen, no matter how
careful we are. Think through these 13 steps now. If a
car accident happens, you'll know what to do.
1. Promptly notify the police and call for an ambulance
if anyone is hurt.
2. Cooperate with the authorities who come to the scene.
3. Take reasonable steps to protect your vehicle from
another loss. Consider moving it out of the flow of
traffic.
4. Try to record everything on the scene. Your notes
should include details of the accident, identification
of the autos and people involved, and the names and
badge numbers of all emergency personnel. Take pictures
if possible.
5. Insist on breath tests if you suspect drugs or
alcohol are involved.
6. Do not accept money. Do not accept fault. Do not
agree to forget about the auto accident.
7. Get copies of all police reports.
8. Have the insurance company inspect and appraise the
damage before any steps are taken to repair it.
9. Cooperate with the auto insurance carrier
representative in the investigation, defense or
settlement.
10. Send your car insurance carrier copies of any notice
or legal papers received in connection with the accident
as soon as possible. Make sure you keep the originals.
11. If you are injured, submit to physical examinations
by physicians selected by the insurance carrier as often
as they reasonably require. (The insurance carrier pays
the cost of these examinations.)
12. Give your authorization for the insurance carrier to
obtain medical reports and other pertinent records.
13. File a claim.
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