I have found a way of stopping calls from accident claim specialists.

Following a minor road accident in November 2010 I began receiving calls from third party claims firms, notifying me that the insurers of the person responsible had put aside funds for any injuries sustained...

How can one avoid accident management companies?

The subject of Accident Management Companies often crops up in your column. I consider that car owners can do much to put these parasites out of business by insisting that their accident-damaged cars be...

Am I being penalised for using Honda Happiness Accident Assistance by my insurer?

I have a 1.4 manual Jazz and would use the services of Honda Happiness Accident Assistance if the need arose. However my current insurance with Sainsbury’s Finance includes amongst the excesses: “Repair...

Car damaged by drink-driver - how should I proceed with my insurance company?

My car was hit by a drunk driver outside my pub. I have received information from my insurance. I have attached a copy of a form they have sent me. Can you tell me if this is a standard form and is there...

Car Accident Assistance

Two months ago I bought a new Volvo. Now I have a "Car Accident Assistance" policy, from Volvo provided by "OOPS". It says it will provide a replacement vehicle & £100,000 legal expenses cover. You have...

Is the behaviour of insurance companies causing increased premiums for consumers?

I have just heard on the radio that car insurance premiums have gone up by 35 per cent in the last two years. The usual excuses are trotted out: more people claiming for injuries, young uninsured drivers,...

Are accident management companies pushing up insurance premiums?

No wonder insurances are increasing fast. The major problem appears to be caused by the insurers, whilst uninsured drivers no doubt bear a considerable part. My granddaughter had an accident on her motorbike...

Should I use the Honda Happiness Accident Assistance service in case of an accident with my new Honda Jazz?

I recently purchased a Honda Jazz 1.4 automatic, my second in a row and as you say ""a very nice little car”. In view of recent letters in your column, in the event of an accident, is it OK to contact...

Are claims like this causing insurance premiums to rise?

I recently damaged the car of a visitor to our house here in Cornwall, whilst manoeuvring my van in our drive. This was my fault as the other vehicle, an Audi A5, was parked and empty, and I misjudged...

Honda Happiness accident management - would you recommend it ?

Recently bought new Honda Jazz. Honda agent recommends using 'Honda Happiness' in the event of an accident. Is this more beneficial than dealing only with my insurance company (RIAS).