AUTO ACCIDENT VEHICLE TOTAL LOSS

If your accident vehicle is in a tow yard, storage fees are being incurred daily. Ultimately, you are responsible if the insurance carrier does not respond promptly. Locate the adjuster who is handling your file and request that they move the vehicle out of the tow yard as soon as possible.

If your vehicle is declared a total loss, you have a right to reimbursement of the current market value of your vehicle. Once an offer is made, if you are not satisfied, you can often get the insurance company to raise its offer by providing them with current advertisements of comparable vehicles. Use the Auto Trader or The Recycler in Orange County or California.

It is important that the insurance carrier have all pertinent information regarding your vehicle for you to obtain the highest reimbursement. Provide all of the maintenance receipts for work done on the vehicle. Our attorneys are very successful in negotiating total loss settlements on behalf of our clients because everything that can be learned about the value of the vehicle is given to the insurance carrier. This service is usually provided at no additional fee to our clients. If you would like us to handle your claim Contact Us Online or call 1-888-752-7474.

Negotiating with adjusters is simply informing them of the evidence you have and making clear that you are firm in your position. Listen to their evidence or reasons for clues as to their weaknesses and exploit those weaknesses. As an example, if they are assuming the car in the worst condition, show pictures or receipts for additional detailing done to the car. Persevere to get a good result.

VEHICLE REPAIR

In situations where your vehicle is repairable, you have the right to have the car repaired at a shop of your choosing. NO INSURANCE COMPANY MAY DICTATE WHERE YOU TAKE YOUR CAR by California Law. Make sure that the body shop is using parts approved by the manufacturer of your vehicle. You may have the right to have new parts as opposed to salvaged ones used on your vehicle. Check the language of your policy.

You are also entitled to loss of use damages while your vehicle is being evaluated. Insurance carriers often do not volunteer this information. This reimbursement can be in the form of rental reimbursement or cash. At Allen, Flatt, Ballidis & Leslie, our goal is to maximize your recovery and get fair compensation for your vehicle. If you need help call 1-888-752-7474, or Contact Us Online for your needs. Any consultation is always free.