Courtesy car after accident

I've just had an accident that I'm confident is 3rd parties fault - she pulled out from a side road hitting my car. I've informed my insurer, who have said that Enterprise Hire will contact me regarding a hire car.

My insurer have said I will need to pay 'just' a £1 'deposit'. Am I about to enter a credit hire agreement and, potentially, be liable for some outlay? What should I do to ensure I do not become liable? My policy with my insurer does include a guaranteed hire car benefit.

Asked on 14 October 2011 by kayaker steve

Answered by Honest John

Yes, this is credit hire. Yes, if the other party's insurer does not agree the hire car fees you will potentially be liable.

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