Car accidents happen every day in Los Angeles and San Diego, and can often lead to serious injuries. When you’re involved in a collision while driving a rental car, the situation can become complicated. At Rostam Law, our team has the experience needed to deal with this kind of accident. Call our rental car accident attorney in Los Angeles or San Diego today to review the details of your situation.

When you’re hurt in an accident while driving your own car, you can contact your insurance company to discuss next steps and go to your local auto shop for an estimate on the damages. What happens when you’re driving a car that isn’t your own?

• Contact the police to report the accident
• Request a copy of the official accident report, this can help to establish liability
• Call the rental car company to discuss the accident
• Contact your insurance company to review your coverage
• Speak with an experienced attorney who can help put together a claim and negotiate a settlement with the insurance company

When you’re in an accident while driving a rental car, the question becomes which insurance coverage will assume the cost of the accident. If you’ve bought supplemental insurance from the rental company, this should cover the damages. Otherwise, your primary auto insurance company should cover the loss from the accident. Working with various insurance agencies to receive coverage for damages can be difficult, and for this reason, it is advisable to speak with an experienced attorney.

When you’re involved in a rental car accident, the situation can quickly become complicated. The team of Los Angeles and San Diego rental car attorneys at Rostam Law understands the challenges of managing the aftermath of a rental car accident, and we are here to help. We offer a free initial consultation to all new clients, so call us today at 888.416.5006 to discuss the details of your accident.