If my boyfriend towed me out and pulled off my bumper, whose insurance pays?
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If my boyfriend towed me out and pulled off my bumper, whose insurance pays?
And if his does, will my rates go up?
Asked on February 16, 2016 under Accident Law, New York
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
Since your boyfriend damaged your car, your property damage claim (cost of repairs) should be filed with his insurance carrier.
Your rates should not increase since you were not at fault in the accident; however, insurance companies raise rates without any valid reason.
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