08 Jun 10 I Just Had An Accident In A Rental Car……Now What?

Many of you may look at this article and decide you don’t need to read it. I’m a safe driver, why do I care about this stuff! Well it may be true, you may just be the safest driver ever, but it doesn’t mean that those around you are safe. It is important that you know what to do before the accident, and after the accident, as well.

First thing that is important to do, when you are driving a rental car, is be sure that you are insured. Although you may be covered through your Credit Card Company and insurance company, it is good to find just how much coverage you have before renting the vehicle. It is also a wise investment to take the additional insurance, if you feel that you are not fully covered by the previous two. Most of the time this additional insurance will coast you as little as ten dollars a day, but it can really save you money in the long run should anything happen.

If an accident should occur you should call the police immediately. Do not leave the scene of the accident and try to keep the car was it was at the time of impact. After you have phoned the police you should then contact the rental company and inform them of what happened. When speaking to the rental company never admit fault, and you should also never offer to pay for damages or agree to settle with the other driver without consent from the rental company.

All relevant information should be copied and handed to the rental company. Repair receipts, police reports and all other documents that you have collected, due to the accident, need to be handed over. You will also want to keep an open communication with the rental company and provide them with any information that they may require in order to settle their claim.

If you are relying on your personal insurance policy for insurance, or your credit card company then you need to contact both of these companies as well at the time of the accident as well as any further information or paperwork you receive regarding this matter. Then be sure to follow up with all companies involved often so that you are not surprised to be hit with a bill that they have never paid. It is important since still the ultimate liability lies with you.

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