Multiple choice

Raj is involved in a car accident. His car is insured under a motor insurance policy. Which among the following is the most appropriate thing for Raj to do?

  1. Notify the insurer of the loss as soon as reasonably possible

  2. Notify the insurer at the time of insurance renewal

  3. Damage the car further so as to receive a bigger compensation

  4. Ignore the damage for the avoidable time period

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Explanation

Policyholders should notify their insurer about a potential claim as soon as reasonably possible. The courts have clarified that solicitors should advise their clients to check whether they have "before the event" legal expenses insurance, before entering into costly private-fee arrangements.