How to handle an accident insurance claim.

My 17-yr old son (recently passed) was driving my Seat Ibiza 1.2 and was hit from behind at approx 35mph. Damage is to the rear bumper and the other driver has admitted liability.

My son has no whiplash injury and I do not need a hire car. The repair can either be handled by my insurance company and they will claim the cost of repair back, or through the third party's insurance, in which case my insurance company will close the file and have no further involvement. Which is the best route to take when considering my son's driving record and future insurance?

Asked on 16 August 2011 by Jo Hudson

Answered by Honest John

Either route will lodge a claims against him and will increase his next insurance. But obviously better if the third party insurer pays.

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