New Driver Insurance

Glossary term

Accident forgiveness

Accident forgiveness: A policy feature that prevents a first at-fault accident from raising the premium. Must be on the policy before the crash.

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Guide

A New Driver's First Accident or Ticket

What happens to a new driver's premium after a first at-fault accident or speeding ticket, how long it lasts, and what to do about it.

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