The other party in the accident wants to pay for the damage themselves - should I agree?

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You have accident damage and the person responsible for the accident contacts you with the suggestion: "I'll pay for it myself, let's keep the insurance company out of it." In retrospect, our customers are always particularly grateful when we save them from this. In this guide, we explain whether you should agree to the other party paying for the accident damage yourself and what [...]

Accident with an electric car - you need to be aware of these special features

Rotes Elektro-SUV mit Karosserieschaden an Seite und Heck liegt nach einem Unfall auf der Ladefläche eines Abschleppwagens

Electric cars are becoming increasingly popular on the roads. This naturally increases the likelihood of these green vehicles being involved in accidents. But what actually applies in the event of an accident involving an electric car? And why is professional help often needed to settle claims? Accidents with electric cars - what's different? Accidents with so-called e-cars, [...]

Compensation for loss of use - What am I entitled to?

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Following an accident through no fault of your own, you may be entitled to compensation for loss of use if your car cannot be used whilst it is being repaired or replaced and you do not hire a car. The compensation is paid for each recognised day of loss of use and is based primarily on the type of vehicle, its age and the duration of the loss of use. How much the compensation for loss of use amounts to, what conditions you must meet […]

Reporting parking damage - what you should do

Frau mit Rucksack untersucht besorgt eine Beule an der Autotür in der Tiefgarage nach einem kleinen Unfall

A free parking space, what luck! Oops, was that me? In a hurry, whining kids in the back seat, poor visibility, tailgating traffic, parking space smaller than expected, ... there are many reasons for a failed parking manoeuvre. In the heat of the moment, it can happen quicker than you think and you accidentally hit a parked car. A [...]

Reporting an accident to the insurance company - how to do it quickly and safely

Junge Frau mit Brille sitzt im Auto und schreibt mit dem Smartphone eine Unfallmeldung zur Schadensregulierung

After a road traffic accident, the insurer must be informed, and to avoid falling into the trap of reduced benefits, we explain in this guide how to report the accident to the insurance company and what deadlines must be observed. Reporting an accident to the insurance company - by when? The claim should be reported to your insurance company as soon as possible - but no later than [...]

Bicycle accident - important steps and compensation

Mann mit Fahrradhelm sitzt nach einem Fahrradunfall neben seinem umgekippten Rad auf der Straße

Unfortunately, a bicycle accident often ends with injuries. The cyclist has no crumple zone. Added to this are inadequate cycle route infrastructure, excessive speed of other road users or confusing intersections. In this guide, we explain what you need to bear in mind after a cycling accident and how you can claim damages such as compensation for pain and suffering and loss of earnings. Bicycle accident - What to do? [...]

Calculating depreciation after an accident - how it works

Buchhalter zählt mit Taschenrechner und Stift Münzen neben einer Grafik, Symbolbild für die Wertminderung des Fahrzeugs nach einem Unfall

Are you the victim of a road accident? Then you have the right to be reimbursed for your damage. This includes not only the repair of your car, but also the reduction in value. You can find out how to calculate the loss in value of the car involved in the accident here. The car is repaired 1A and still loses value An accident - whether only [...]

Lawyer after an accident through no fault of my own - What am I entitled to?

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Many motorists are unaware that, following a traffic accident that was not their fault, they are generally entitled to engage a solicitor to handle the claim, and that the costs are covered by the party responsible for the accident. That is why we are providing you with some helpful tips here on how to decide for yourself whether to hire a solicitor following an accident. When is it advisable to hire a solicitor after a road traffic accident? […]

Flat-rate costs after an accident - what you are entitled to

Mehrere Euro-Banknoten und Münzen im Nahfokus, Symbolbild für die Kostenpauschale nach einem Unfall

A road traffic accident is not only annoying, but also time-consuming. In our guide, we explain what lump-sum compensation you are entitled to after an accident and how you can claim it. Your entitlement to a lump sum for costs after a road traffic accident After a road traffic accident, you as the injured party have to deal with a number of things that will cost you time and money. You [...]

Accident without a valid MOT - Does the insurance still pay?

Mitarbeiterin in blauer Arbeitskleidung mit Prüfmaterial steht neben einem beschädigten Fahrzeug zur Schadensregulierung

It crashes and you suddenly remember: The main inspection, colloquially known as the MOT, was overdue. My car doesn't have a valid inspection sticker - I have an accident without an MOT. In our guide, we explain to you when an expired MOT can become a problem and how you can best take action after an accident with an expired MOT [...].