Automobile Claim Report
Instructions
If still on the scene:
- Contact police
- Obtain information about other people involved in the accident or anyone who may have witnessed the accident.
- Name
- Address
- Phone number
- Insurance Carrier
- Policy Number
- Etc.
- Take photos of the accident, if camera available.
- Have vehicle towed if unable to drive.
If not on the scene:
- Obtain two estimates for repair if vehicle can be driven.
- The claim adjuster will either ok one of these two estimates or send an appraiser to see the vehicle.
- The claim adjuster will deal directly with the other people involved in the accident; you should not deal with them
yourself. - The insurance company will contact you within 48 hours