Insurance Claims
What about their car insurance after death?
Short answer
Notify the insurer. Coverage typically continues through the policy period on a vehicle the estate still owns. If survivors are using the vehicle, update the policy. Cancel coverage once the vehicle is transferred or sold. Do not leave a vehicle uninsured.
What this usually means
Notify the insurer. Coverage typically continues through the policy period on a vehicle the estate still owns. If survivors are using the vehicle, update the policy. Cancel coverage once the vehicle is transferred or sold. Do not leave a vehicle uninsured.
What to do next
- Start the PathAfter checklist for situation-aware first steps.
- Find California county help for coroner contacts, vital records, cost tools, and paperwork.
- Open the First 72 Hours Call Log before making calls.
- Open the Documents to Find Checklist when you are ready for paperwork.