Quick Answers About Motor Insurance Claims
Practical guidance for common insurance questions
What should I do if my motor insurance claim is underpaid?
Ask the insurer for the settlement calculation and the surveyor's assessment, then compare the deductions with your policy terms and supporting repair or valuation documents. If you disagree with the assessment, document each disputed deduction and submit a written representation with evidence supporting the amount you believe is payable.
Can I challenge a motor insurance surveyor's assessment?
You can raise concerns about an assessment with the insurer and provide supporting evidence such as repair estimates, photographs, invoices, valuation information, or other relevant records. Whether the assessment changes depends on the policy, the evidence, and the circumstances of the loss.
What documents are useful in a motor insurance dispute?
Useful records can include the policy schedule, claim form, surveyor report, repair estimates and invoices, photographs of the damage, vehicle registration and other required documents, accident or police records where applicable, and all correspondence with the insurer or garage.