How to File a Car Accident Claim with Progressive Insurance
Car accidents can cause destruction of property and extensive physical bodily harm. They are shocking events that most people prefer to avoid, but as long as negligent drivers exist, car accidents will continue to occur. Obtaining compensation for the financial losses you suffered after a crash can be challenging, especially if your accident is quite serious and results in severe injuries and destruction of property. Receiving the full amount of compensation for your losses is crucial, and to initiate the process, you will likely need to file a claim with an insurance company.
Progressive is the second largest insurance company in the United States, behind State Farm Insurance, with a market share of 15.25%. If you were involved in a car accident in New Jersey and are filing a claim with Progressive, this article will outline the necessary steps you must take.
Filing a Car Accident Claim with Progressive Insurance
After a car accident, there are a couple of steps to take if you are able. You should speak with any witnesses and request their contact information. You should also take photos of the accident scene, obtain the contact information of the at-fault party who hit you, and seek medical attention promptly.
You must also contact Progressive. Progressive offers several ways to file a claim. You may log onto your account online; you may use Progressive’s mobile app, and you can also call the Progressive claims center. Individuals who are not Progressive customers can file a claim online as a guest. When you get in touch with Progressive, you will need the following:
- The information about the accident, such as the location, date, and time it happened
- Your policy number
- The contact information of everyone who was involved and their insurance policy numbers
- Copies of police reports – to obtain a copy of the police report, you can call or travel to the police department that sent an officer to the crash
- The information for the shop you prefer to have your car repaired
- Evidence such as photos or video surveillance of your accident
- A calculation of the totality of your financial damages
Filing a Progressive Auto Accident Claim
Progressive offers several ways to connect, including going online and logging into your account, using the Progressive app, sending an email, or calling.
Progressive Toll-Free Number: 1-866-408-7235
Progressive Website: www.progressive.com
Progressive Email Address: claims@email.progressive.com
While you should not delay in getting in touch with Progressive, you can benefit from calling an attorney soon after your accident to help you through every step of the claims process. The auto accident lawyer at Monaco Law PC offers free consultations to individuals injured in car accidents in New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
Additionally, it is essential to understand your policy, as the coverage limits and deductibles can significantly impact your claim. Knowing the types of coverage you have can help you better navigate the claims process. For example, you may want to see if you have any of the following and what they cover:
- Liability coverage
- Collision coverage
- Comprehensive coverage
- Personal Injury Protection (PIP)
- Uninsured/Underinsured motorist coverage
Speak to a New Jersey and Pennsylvania Personal Injury Attorney Today
Car accidents are stressful life events, and dealing with the insurance company alone to obtain the full amount of compensation you need can be challenging. Having an attorney by your side can make all the difference in the outcome. After a New Jersey car accident, call an attorney at Monaco Law PC at (609) 277-3166 for our New Jersey office and (215) 546-3166 for our Pennsylvania office to discuss your case today.
We are a New Jersey and Pennsylvania personal injury law firm serving Atlantic County, Bucks County, Burlington County, Cape May County, Camden County, Chester County, Cumberland County, Delaware County, Gloucester County, Mercer County, Middlesex County, Monroe County, Montgomery County, Philadelphia, Ocean County, Salem County, Susquehanna County and all of New Jersey.
