{"id":872,"date":"2021-04-01T09:09:41","date_gmt":"2021-04-01T09:09:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.prontoinsurance.com\/blog\/?p=872"},"modified":"2021-06-24T09:09:56","modified_gmt":"2021-06-24T09:09:56","slug":"3-reasons-you-should-always-report-your-car-accident-to-your-insurer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.prontoinsurance.com\/blog\/3-reasons-you-should-always-report-your-car-accident-to-your-insurer\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Reasons You Should Always Report Your Car Accident to Your Insurer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>All insurance companies work differently and have varying types of coverages. Despite this, it\u2019s important to secure a policy as soon you can so that you\u2019re fully covered in the event of a car accident. Failing to do so can cause plenty of headaches down the road due to having to handle repairs and such on your own. Avoid this by getting covered today. If you ever find yourself in an accident, then you should never neglect to inform your insurer. Here are a few reasons why.<\/p>\n<h3>Your Car May Have Suffered Unseen Damages<\/h3>\n<p>Let\u2019s say you get into a minor accident with no noticeable damages and don\u2019t feel the need to get the authorities or your insurer involved. What happens if, a few days later, you begin noticing your car making weird noises? Many insurers require you to report a car accident even if no damages have occurred. Be sure and do so as soon as possible.<\/p>\n<h3>The Other Driver May be Uninsured<\/h3>\n<p>If you get into an accident with an uninsured driver and fail to report it to your insurance company, then all expenses like car repairs, hospital bills, and even lawyer fees may be left to you to pay for. By contacting your insurer immediately after an accident, you will receive the support you need to get through the situation.<\/p>\n<h3>It\u2019s in Your Agreement<\/h3>\n<p>It\u2019s an almost universal fact that insurance companies from around the nation require clients to report accidents. If an accident goes unreported, then it can mean potential insurance issues for the client.<\/p>\n<h3>We\u2019re Here to Help<\/h3>\n<p>When push comes to shove, it\u2019s important to remember that your insurance company is here to help you. Whether your accident was a minor fender bender or a serious crash, know that we\u2019re here to help you move forward in an effective, professional, and hassle-free manner.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>All insurance companies work differently and have varying types of coverages. Despite this, it\u2019s important to secure a policy as soon you can so that you\u2019re fully covered in the event of a car accident. 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