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Frequently Asked Questions

Motor Legal Expenses Insurance

Q: For what type of accidents am I covered?
A: You are covered for the costs of pursuing claims relating to a motor accident from use of a motor car, motor caravan , touring caravan or motor cycle subject to the terms of your policy to pursue the person(s) who were responsible for your accident.

Q: For what period does the Premier Plan cover me?
A: You must have motor insurance for your Premier Plan to be effective; the policy will run alongside your main motor insurance policy.

Q: What is the limit of indemnity?
A: The policy will provide for up to £50,000 in payment of legal costs and disbursements for the pursuit of your claim provided under the terms of your policy there are reasonable prospects of success.

Q: What am I entitled to recover?
A: We will claim the loss and damage to your vehicle along with replacement vehicle costs, property damage, loss of earnings and claim for personal injury/ death along with the costs of private medical treatment.

Q: Who will act for me?
A: We will appoint an experienced solicitor to represent your interests who specialises in the area of Road Traffic Accident law and personal injury claims.

Q: Are there other benefits?
A: We will pay the first £65 of your hire charges if your vehicle is rendered immobile after a motor accident along with recovery charges of up to £100.00 and overnight accommodation charges of £65.00

Q: What other benefits are there?
A: You will have access to our national repair network. We will also be able to assist you with credit hire and repair in appropriate cases. We are able to assist you by providing replacement standard and prestige replacement vehicles along with Taxis, motor cycles and light commercial vehicles.