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Do I need to obtain an FIR in the case of an accident?


Wednesday 28 November 2007

Yes, you have to obtain a FIR to claim car insurance in any of the following cases. The FIR needs to be given to the insurance company to process the claim.
  • Any third party personal injury or death due to an accident involving your vehicle
  • Any personal injury or death of a paid driver
  • Any personal injury or death of an owner-driver
  • Any personal injury or death of a passenger
  • Any third party property damage
  • Theft of the entire vehicle
  • Theft of accessories
  • Any loss or damage to the vehicle by miscreants, rioters, terrorists, arsonists, etc

See also:

How do I make a claim if my vehicle is damaged in an accident? / What do I do in case of an accident?

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