With a market share of approximately 10.4% and the fourth-largest auto insurer in the United States, if you’re involved in a car accident, it’s a good chance that your or the other driver’s insurance company is Allstate. The steps you take after a car accident can directly impact the success of your claim. Here is what you should do when filing your Allstate claim:
Seek Medical Attention
You want to obtain medical attention as soon as possible after the crash to ensure your injuries are properly diagnosed and treated. Even if you initially feel fine, this could be because you are experiencing a reactive surge of adrenaline that could be masking your symptoms.
A timely checkup can help document your injuries and connect them to the crash. Keep your medical records and all medical bills you receive from the crash, as you will need them when you file your insurance claim with Allstate.
Also, it’s best for you to provide the records of your choice to the insurance company when the time comes. Avoid signing a medical release form, as it could allow the insurance adjuster to access unrelated medical records and use them to deny your claim.
Report the Accident
The Illinois State Police says that each driver involved in a car accident in Illinois must file a crash report if the accident caused a death, bodily injury, or more than $1,500 in property damage (or $500 if one of the drivers was uninsured). If a police officer did not respond to the accident, the drivers must file a crash report with the Illinois State Police within ten days.
Ask for the Driver’s Information
Ask for the at-fault driver’s information, including their:
- Name
- Contact information
- Liability insurance policy number
- Make, model, and color of their vehicle
- License plate number
You can also request to see their identification and write down their driver’s license number.
Document the Accident Scene
You should also try to document the accident scene as best as you can, or ask an uninjured passenger to do it for you. Ask witnesses for their names and contact information. Photograph the accident scene, including damage to all vehicles involved, skid marks, cross streets, and nearby traffic signs and cameras.
Call a Car Accident Lawyer for Help
Before you dial the Allstate claims number, you should contact a car accident lawyer who can help protect your rights as you file your claim. Insurance companies are for-profit businesses, so they will do everything possible to minimize the value of your claim.
It’s in your best interest to work with an experienced car accident attorney who can help you navigate the insurance claims process and fight to protect your rights if Allstate tries to diminish the value of your claim.
Call the Allstate Claims Phone Number
Once you are ready, you can dial the Allstate insurance claims phone number, which is simply 1-800-ALLSTATE. You can provide basic information about the accident over the phone. When making your report, stick to the facts. You don’t have to agree to give a recorded statement.
If you are an Allstate customer, you could file your claim on the Allstate website or through the mobile app. You must comply with your insurance contract details for the timelines for reporting an accident.
Contact Our Personal Injury Lawyers At Joel E. Brown, P.C. in Peoria for Assistance Today
If you were injured in an accident involving Allstate, contact an experienced car accident attorney at Joel E. Brown, P.C to schedule a free consultation. We are conveniently located in Peoria and proudly serve Peoria County, IL, and the neighboring communities.
Joel E. Brown, P.C
416 Main St Suite 1300 Peoria, IL 61602, United States
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