You can typically file a car insurance claim over the phone, in person, online or through your car insurance company’s mobile app. How long it takes to receive a claim payout can depend on the ...

Over the past few years, widespread flooding, wildfires, and violent storms have affected not only people’s homes but also their cars. Meanwhile, the number of crashes on U.S. roads has remained ...

Car insurance provides essential protection should your vehicle be damaged or stolen, or if you’re involved in an accident. The claims process should hopefully be straightforward. But there may be ...

After a car accident, gathering information at the scene is one of the most important steps in the claims process. Your car insurance company may recommend a preferred vendor for repairs, but you can ...

Scott Nyerges is a former senior editor and content strategist at U.S. News & World Report, where he led coverage of car insurance and other personal insurance lines. He's also served as a managing ...

Auto insurance claims can involve complex legal issues. You cannot count on insurance company representatives to provide accurate information since they are ultimately interested in protecting their ...

Many car insurance providers do not allow you to freely spend your claim check any way you want — as nice as that would be. After you’ve filed a claim, you will generally be obligated to direct the ...

Auto insurance claims can involve complex legal issues. You cannot count on insurance company representatives to provide accurate information since they are ultimately interested in protecting their ...