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Does Postmates cover accidents?
Postmates will cover you with a general liability policy, also referred to as Postmates occupational insurance, that covers any injuries or property damage suffered by third parties while you’re making deliveries.
What happens if someone hits my car while it’s parked?
If someone hits your car in a parking lot or while parked on the street, treat the scene like an accident. Locate the person who hit your car and exchange information (if possible) Take photos and contact the authorities to file a police report. Contact your insurer and file a claim if necessary.
How do I report an accident with Postmates?
You need to report your accident to Postmates as soon as possible. Complete the Postmates Incident and Accident Report Form and send an email with all relevant details at [email protected].
Does Postmates check your insurance?
Unlike Uber and Lyft, you should provide proof of valid insurance only once, when you sign up to become a driver. Postmates will not check every year the validity of your insurance. Our advice is to call your insurance agent before you start driving for Postmates.
What do you do if someone hits your parked car with no damage?
If you hit another unattended vehicle, even if there is no damage, the right thing to do is to stop and leave a note with your contact information. You may believe there is no damage but maybe can’t see it.
What happens if someone hits your parked car and leaves a note?
If the driver who hit your parked car left a note, you should share the information they provided with both the police and your insurer. Typically, your insurance company will work with the other driver’s insurer to settle the claim appropriately.
Is it a crime to hit a parked car?
Hitting a parked car is not a crime. But leaving the scene of an accident is against the law in every state and hitting a parked car is considered an accident. The right thing to do is to notify the owner of what you have done. You may think because the owner of the parked car is not around that it is ok to leave without saying anything.
Who is at fault when hitting an illegally parked car?
If you hit a car parked in a fire lane or you hit a double-parked car, you, the driver, are probably still 100\% at fault. Deciding who is at fault when hitting an illegally parked car is less clear when the reason it was illegal to park in a particular location was because it is difficult to see a parked car there.
What to do if someone hits your car in a parking lot?
If someone hits your car in a parking lot or your car is hit while parked on the street, you should treat the scene like an accident. Here are the first things to do in these situations: Don’t leave the scene or move your car Locate the person who hit your car and exchange information (if possible)