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title: How Soon Should I Report Property Damage After a San Diego Car Accident?
slug: san-diego-property-damage-claim-timelines
article_type: Help Article
keywords: property damage reporting, claim deadlines
url: https://seriousaccidents.com/personal-injury-resources/property-damage-from-auto-accidents/
published_date: 2025-10-27T00:00:00
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Property damage should be reported promptly to your insurance company and the at-fault party’s insurer. Timely reporting adheres to claim deadlines and increases the likelihood of claim approval. Delayed reporting can complicate evidence collection and result in claim denial.seriousaccidents+1