How to File Your Insurance Claim Right the First Time

Oct. 13, 2009 - PRLog -- Chicago (InsuranceAgents.com) - Millions of Americans spend large sums of money every year on insurance premiums to protect their health, car and home. Some wont even have to use the policy they are paying for and simply have it just in case. And since the whole point to having an insurance policy is to protect you, many believe that when it comes to filing a claim, things will be easy and fast but that is not always the case.

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In a recent article by InsuranceAgents.com, "Filing An Insurance Claim The Right Way," they discuss how insurance companies can deny a claim if the procedure is not done properly and how filing too often could hurt you. "Before filing an insurance claim, you should determine if it is necessary. For example, if you get into a fender bender then it might not be worth it to get your auto insurance company involved," states the article, "Consumers who practice filing an insurance claim too often could lead to their insurance company raising their premiums or canceling their policy altogether." Its important to know when the appropriate time to file a claim is because if you file for every little thing, your insurance company will get fed up with you. When filing an insurance claim always do so as soon as possible, the longer you wait the less chance you have of having your claim approved. Always document damage by taking pictures or video, there is no better way to prove damage than with cold hard evidence. Another very important thing to remember when filing a claim is to know your insurance policy. So many people try to file claims for things that their insurance policy does not even cover which wastes everyones time.

If you find yourself needing to file an insurance claim, just understand that by working together with your insurance company, the process can go so much smoother. If you do your part then they will be able to do theirs.

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