HURT 911 CAN ASSIST WITH YOUR CAR REPAIRS AND TRANSPORTATION
If you’ve been injured in a car accident, your vehicle may be damaged, making it difficult to get to the doctor. Call 1-800-HURT-911 immediately after your accident, and we’ll arrange free transportation to and from our offices.
Emergencies arise when your medical needs are urgent. This includes injuries sustained at work, in public places, or severe injuries from car accidents. In these situations, you may need to be taken to the emergency room by ambulance or airlift.
While pre-approval isn’t needed for emergency transport, HURT 911 offers transportation for eligible clients to and from doctor’s offices, hospitals, or other medical facilities to ensure you receive necessary treatment for your car accident injuries.
Even if your car is undrivable or you don’t have a driver’s license, we are here to help with transportation related to your recovery.
Car accidents can bring ongoing stress, and the impact doesn’t end with the crash. Your vehicle may be in the shop for significant repairs, and it can take time to find a trusted body shop to get the job done. Meanwhile, you still have daily responsibilities to manage.
So what happens if you don’t have a spare car?
Depending on the specifics of your accident and your insurance coverage, you might qualify for a rental vehicle at no cost. When you call 1-800-HURT911, we can guide you through the process. Here’s what you need to know about securing a rental after an accident.
WHO PAYS FOR YOUR RENTAL CAR?
There are three potential parties who could cover the cost of your rental car: your insurance company, the other driver’s insurance, or you.
If you’re at fault for the accident, the other driver’s insurance won’t cover the rental.
Your own insurance will pay if your policy includes rental car coverage. If not, you’ll need to cover the rental costs yourself.
If the other driver is at fault for the accident, their insurance company is legally required to pay for your rental car until your vehicle is repaired or, if it’s deemed a total loss, until they compensate you for its value.
Additionally, the insurance company must provide a rental car comparable to your damaged vehicle. For instance, if you drive an SUV, they must cover the rental cost of a similar vehicle, not just a compact car.
HIRE AN ATTORNEY TO DEAL WITH THE INSURANCE COMPANY
Getting the other driver’s insurance company to cover your rental car can be tricky. Unless the accident is clearly the other driver’s fault (such as being rear-ended while stopped at a traffic light), the insurance company may dispute liability.
During this dispute, they won’t pay for your rental car, leaving you without transportation unless you cover the costs upfront. Once fault is established, the other driver’s insurance will need to reimburse you, but in the meantime, you’re out of pocket.
This is where the HURT 911 LEGAL TEAM can make a big difference.
Insurance companies often drag their feet when determining fault, which could take weeks or even longer—especially if no one is pushing them to speed up the process.
It’s hard to apply pressure on the other driver’s insurance company on your own. However, an attorney can contact the insurer directly. Attorneys have experience dealing with insurance adjusters, and their involvement introduces the possibility of a lawsuit—something insurance companies want to avoid.
This added pressure can prompt the insurance company to cover your rental car costs if it seems likely their driver will be found at fault. The best part? Your HURT 911 LEGAL TEAM can handle this at no additional cost to you.
CALL 1-800-HURT911 IMMEDIATELY AFTER A CAR ACCIDENT
If you’ve been in a car accident, your best move is to call 1-800-HURT911. We’re here to help you secure the best outcome and protect your rights. Don’t wait—call us today!