We got into a car accident on Sunday. As bad of an Asian driver that I am, I was not the one who caused it. A Subaru Forester slammed into a brand new Prius which then hit our Nissan Pathfinder. A 3-car crash. Highway patrol was immediately on the scene, followed by a police officer five minutes later.
The woman who caused the accident looked to be in her 60s and must have had slow reflexes in responding to the traffic. The driver of the Prius was pretty shaken up. Her car had the most damage. Luckily no injuries. Our car had the least amount of damage. We’ll probably need to have our bumper replaced, but that’s it.
Poor baby Franco screamed after we were hit so after the police officer took our statement, we brought Franco to the pediatric ER where they took his vitals and examined him. All clear.
I’ve been making phone calls to insurance, giving recorded statements, searching for a new car seat to buy, and scheduling an appointment to have our car checked out. It’s been a pain.
During this process, I’ve come to the conclusion that All State insurance is one of the best. I don’t have them; I’ve got Geico. Within 24 hours All State (which insured the Prius) had contacted and gotten statements from everyone involved. If I have any questions about anything, I’ll be calling All State and not my own insurance. All State rocks! They are totally on top of things. I might have to make the switch.
Also I’m now a believer in buying a big ass car if you have kids. Before the baby, we used to drive a tiny Honda Civic. That piece of tin foil disguised as a car would not have survived this accident.
Have any of you been in a car accident that caused you to change your insurance provider or car?
I have Geico myself and admit I was thinking of switching to State Farm recently, but have heard nothing about All State good or bad until this to be honest. Just glad you are all ok and so sorry you had to go through this though.
I should definitely change my insurance – lol it’s the cheapest one and I know I need to upgrade. I’ve heard All State is the best but maybe it’s worth the looksy. I know for sure I will once I upgrade my car next year; I’m going for an SUV so glad it’s definitely worth the investment. Happy to hear you guys are all safe, as well as everyone involved! Hope you guys are doing well and take care Catherine!! -Iva
I used to be a claims adjuster (holey moley that job sucked) and Geico was usually one of the better ones so even though it’s Allstate’s slogan I’d still say you are in pretty good hands with Geico. It is ideal to go through the responsible party insurance though. Glad everyone is okay and that their insurance is on it.
Oh no! Glad you are all ok, and Franco too. And smart to get a new carseat.
I’ve never been in a car accident, and I’m knocking on wood right now.
I’m so glad everyone is okay – that must have been scary. I have a huge SUV, and I worry about Gwen driving my husband’s old car. It’s a Nissan Altima, so it’s not tiny, but I’d wrap it in bubble wrap if I could.
What a scary feeling to be in a crash with your baby in the car. We have Allstate and they are fine…nothing great but have handled the few claims we have filed pretty well. Good luck! Glad that everyone is ok.
Glad everyone’s ok! That must’ve been scary for kids. I havent had to change insurance after a car accident, but I have been in a car accident with a tiny Toyota Corolla, while pregnant. It held up somewhat ok against an SUV.. still in those tiny cars, the middle seat would probably be best!