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MP4VT2004
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In my experience, the damage is already done by calling to inquire.

You'd know better than I do Stork, but it seems like simply making a phone call results in getting flagged as a potential "problem". I once got dropped by Allstate because my dad (same first and last names) had called his insurance company to inquire about whether some damage would be covered under his policy, and somehow Allstate confused me with him. I had just switched from Nationwide to Allstate within the previous 30 days, and they must have some sort of probationary period, because they saw this activity in whatever database that tracks claims, thought it was me, and sent me a cancellation notice. I called to find out what in the heck happened, and when the guy who helped me finally figured out the cause, he was very apologetic and offered to reinstate my coverage. I told him I appreciated his help, but that I had zero interest in doing business with Allstate ever again.
Posted: 02/11/2026 at 07:58 PM ET
(In response to this post by Stork)

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To file an auto insurance claim or not?
HokieGator 02/11/26 03:14 PM ET
file the claim**
Riverguy 02/11/26 08:50 PM ET
Isn't that covered under "Comprehensive?"
EDGEMAN 02/11/26 04:59 PM ET
Be cautious. Do you have deductible? I tend to keep insurance claims to the
Stork 02/11/26 03:18 PM ET
$500**
HokieGator 02/11/26 03:22 PM ET
I suggest don’t file. **
Stork 02/11/26 03:24 PM ET
In my experience, the damage is already done by calling to inquire.
MP4VT2004 02/11/26 07:58 PM ET
love me my allstate, sorry for your experience ....
VaTechie 02/11/26 08:24 PM ET
It should be a UMPD claim and not impact their rates. Deductible might be
RhinoVT 02/11/26 04:41 PM ET
Why even have insurance then?**
Brown Water 02/11/26 04:20 PM ET
For large losses that are beyond your capacity to pay. This type of loss
Stork 02/11/26 04:28 PM ET
I guess "small" is a relative term. $1500 is chump change to someone of
Brown Water 02/11/26 04:34 PM ET
Surround yourself with hookers 'n blow and you'll never have to worry about
VTHokie2000 02/11/26 05:15 PM ET
Ditto!**
HokieHi71 02/11/26 04:18 PM ET