How long do I have to contact my car insurance company after an accident?

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I am looking for some kind of a legal time period. I know it is ASAP. But it has been a little.
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ravenjudge

companies vary, but you usually have 30 days. However, if your insurance cancels, forget it! I hate to let anyone in on this, but if you can prove the accident happened, you can report it as long as you have coverage in some cases.On commercial policies, some have provison for reporting up to 3 years later.

Give Me a HUG!

Contact them NOW and you'll be ok.

sassy2

within 24 hours. Read your policy

David89

as soon as possible. ASAP

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