Information to assist you in handling a claim with your insurance company.

• Do I have the right to select the shop of my choice to repair my vehicle?
• Must I notify my insurance company?
• Do I need to get more than one estimate?
• What do I do if the repair shop I choose and my insurance company disagree about how my car should be repaired or what the repairs should cost?
• Who is responsible for paying the repair bill?
• Who is responsible for the quality of repairs?
• What can I do if I have a problem with the way my insurance company is processing or settling my claim?
• How will I know if my insurance company is intending to have replacement (aftermarket) parts used in the repair of my vehicle?
   

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When to Report an Accident

Any accident must be reported when it results in:

• Injury of death of a person

• $1,000 or more total damage to property owned by any one person

• Damages of $200 or more to government property (except motor vehicles)

Call the police immediately.  They will report it for you.  If they cannot file the report, you will need to.

To file an accident report, complete a Wisconsin Driver Report or Accident Form and mail it to:

Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT)
Traffic Accident Section
P.O. Box 7919
Madison, WI 53707-7919

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