InsuranceHotline.com Offers Tips for Drivers Going Through the Claims Process
InsuranceHotline.com Offers Tips for Drivers Going Through the Claims Process
Toronto, ON (PRWEB) November 30, 2011
After filing a claim with an insurance company, the claims department will assign the claim to an adjuster. Expect to hear from an adjuster shortly after filing a claim, as this person will be the main contact at the insurance company throughout the process. Getting to know the insurance adjuster’s role and what you should expect from the adjuster helps make the claims process go smoothly.
The Role of an Adjuster
The adjuster’s job is to determine whether the person making a claim is owed payment under the insurance policy. The adjuster will:
Take a statement from the claimant and any witnesses regarding the accident
Examine the damage to the car
Determine the current value of the car
Review all statements and police reports regarding the accident
Determine fault
Review injury claims
Determine what benefits apply, if any
Deal with the other party’s insurance company, if applicable
These are just a few of the tasks the insurance adjuster must handle in order to ensure a properly and fairly processed claim.
Your Interaction With the Adjuster
When a claim is being processed, expect to hear from the adjuster regularly. The adjuster’s contact phone number will be provided, should any questions or concerns arise – or simply to find out the status of a claim.
Your insurance adjuster should:
Provide update on the claim status
Address concerns regarding the claim
Represent the driver’s interests to the other insurance company if not at fault
Assist with all needs as covered in the policy, such as a rental car
Work towards a fair settlement and listen if any disagreement comes up with determinations, including fault and value of the car
A good claims department should be one of the major factors in choosing an insurance company. When shopping around to compare car insurance rates, take a look at each company’s customer satisfaction ratings for claims processing. “Good insurance adjusters are fair, work quickly and ensure everyone is satisfied,” says Tammy Ezer of InsuranceHotline.com, “If an insurance company has good adjusters, it will show in customer satisfaction ratings – an important consideration when shopping for car insurance.”
Don’t hesitate to question or voice concerns about a claim and if the adjuster is being unfair, ask to speak to someone in a senior position to address any concerns.
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