$8.$ Filing a claim

Collecting on Property and Liability Losses

Deborah was recently involved in a minor fender bender in which it was unclear whether she or the other driver was at fault. Immediately after the accident, Deborah contacted her insurance agent to file a claim. After exchanging insurance information with the other driver, she drove away.

Which of the following statements regarding Deborah$$s situation are correct? Check all that apply.

Deborah should have taken photos of the accident, even though it was relatively minor.

Deborah should not have contacted her insurance agent without first considering whether the damage to her car was substantial.

After filing the initial insurance claim, there is not much Deborah can do to ensure she collects fully on his loss.