How Long Can I Wait To File A Car Insurance Claim? 
Depends on what type of ` claim ' it is . Liability ? No Fault ? Comprehensive ? Collision ? A claim against your policy ? Presenting a claim against someone else 's policy ? Is this a bodily Injury or property damage liability claim ? and on and on . This is too general of a question for a short answer . In the auto insurance policy -LRB- a legal contract -RRB- there is a section -LRB- usually near the end of the declarations and forms -RRB- outlining the conditions for reporting or bringing a claim againt the policy . This section will give the guidelines . A recommendation - report all losses or potential claims to your carrier as soon as reasonably possible if not immediately . Regarding a vehicle collision , always contact law enforcement and get plate numbers , descriptions of vehicles , occupants , and names , addresses , and telephone numbers of any witnesses . Please re-submit another question withmore details for a more specific answer . 