Tuesday, 10. May 2011
In another Auto Express story a couple made an insurance claim after their car had been damaged in an accident whilst the car was unattended. As per the terms of the insurance they initially had to pay over £350 excess to get it back when the claim was finally sorted out. After 6 months the couple were still waiting to get their money back from Read more »
Tuesday, 6. April 2010
Warnings continue to increase about the numbers of ‘accidents to order’ where fraudsters stage an accident then put in an insurance claim for the damage caused to their vehicle as well as any passengers. Some are known to drive the car on behalf of the owner, swerving in front of another driver causing the accident. Details are exchanged and the details of the owner are given along with his insurance details to the Read more »
Friday, 23. October 2009
New rules will be introduced next year to speed up insurance payouts following car accidents where liability is accepted. The Ministry of Justice said the agreement will streamline road traffic accident personal injury claims between £1,000 and £10,000 – around 80% of all motor personal injury claims. The new process comes into force in April 2010. It means, where fault is not disputed, Read more »