Commercial Auto Insurance
What Happens to My Insurance After an At-Fault Accident?
Expect a premium increase at renewal — typically 20–40% for a first at-fault incident. Serious accidents may trigger a non-renewal. Your claims history follows you for 3–5 years.
What happens to my commercial auto insurance after an at-fault accident?
Commercial auto insurers review loss runs at renewal. An at-fault accident signals higher risk, resulting in higher premiums. The increase depends on the severity of the claim, your prior loss history, and the carrier’s rating algorithms.
For smaller incidents, you may want to pay out-of-pocket to avoid a claim on your record — especially if the cost is near your deductible. Calculate the 3-year premium increase vs. the claim payout to decide.
Working with an independent agency like Trade Safe allows you to shop multiple carriers at renewal if your rate increases significantly — rather than being stuck with one insurer’s penalty pricing.
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