How to File an Insurance Claim After Hitting Your Own Car?

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DeGemma
07/29/25 5:09pm
If you have purchased commercial insurance with vehicle damage coverage, you can proceed with the insurance claim. The specific process is as follows: 1. Accident Reporting: Call the insurance company to report the accident and follow up on the subsequent handling based on the insurer's instructions. 2. Accident Investigation: An insurance adjuster will assist the policyholder in investigating the cause, nature, liability, and extent of the accident. 3. Loss Assessment: The policyholder, repair shop, or relevant parties will jointly determine the location, items, and amount of the accident losses. 4. Claim Application: Based on the type of loss, gather the necessary documents for the claim and submit them to the insurer for processing. 5. Claim Payment: After the insurer verifies the accident and claim documents, the policyholder will be compensated according to the insurance contract by the end of the month.
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