Will My Rates Go Up Or Will I Lose My Insurance If I Am Involved In An Accident Or Get A Ticket?
If you are not at fault in an accident, your insurance should not be affected. If you are at fault, get a ticket for a moving violation, or are involved in an expensive collision claim, the company will most likely consider that when setting the price for your insurance policy. You can inquire about your company's policy regarding the impact of an accident or a ticket on your rates or on your policy renewal.
Other Auto Insurance FAQs
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Is An Insurance Company Obligated To Issue Me An Automobile Insurance Policy?
A: No. Automobile insurance providers are not obligated to offer coverage to all applicants. Each company has its own underwriting requirements and, therefore, may … More -
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Can I Be Added To My Parents' Automobile Insurance?
A: If you drive a family car, you can be added to your parents` policy; however, the cost of the policy will increase. If you have your own automobile, your parents` … More -
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How Can I Obtain Insurance If Several Companies Have Rejected Me?
A: If all attempts fail and you are unable to obtain automobile insurance, some states allow you to obtain insurance through a state insurance program. However, this … More -
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What Does Comparative Negligence Mean?
A: Comparative negligence law is based on a percentage of negligence. If one person`s negligence was less than the negligence of the party with whom a claim for recovery … More -
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Do I Have A Grace Period For The Payment Of My Automobile Insurance Premium?
A: No. There generally is no grace period in an automobile insurance policy. -
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If I Call An Agent For A Quote Of An Automobile Insurance Premium And Later Decide To Apply For A Policy Based On The Rate Quote, What Happens?
A: Occasionally an agent might make a mistake in calculating a rate, and the company is required by law to use the rates filed with and approved by the Insurance … More -
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How Long Does The Insurance Agency Have To Respond To My Claim?
A: The Actual time may vary from state to state. However, the general rule adopted by most states is that the insurance company has 30 days to respond, unless an … More -
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Why Does The Insurance Company Have To Investigate The Claim When The Police Cited The Policyholder?
A: A traffic citation is not a determination of legal liability. The company is still obligated to investigate claims made according to the specifications of the policy. … More -
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What Is Full Coverage?
A: The definition varies from policy to policy. Often there are misunderstandings surrounding the coverage. For this reason, it is important to carefully read your … More -
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What About A Rental Car While Mine Is Being Repaired?
A: If the other person is at fault or if the other party`s insurance company has accepted fault, then you are entitled to a rental car. Even if you are at fault, some … More
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