If you have just been in a car accident, your insurance company may have directed you to a specific repair shop. While it may seem convenient to have your insurance company handle everything, there are potential problems when car insurance companies choose the company that will repair your car. You may not be given the… Continue reading
Taking a look at examples of bad faith can illustrate how an insurance company may treat you unfairly. When you have been injured in an auto accident, bills will role in for additional expenses. You will have medical costs while potentially suffering from loss of earnings. In the case of serious injury, you may also… Continue reading
What do you expect to get for diminished value on your vehicle? If an insurance company uses an arbitrary calculation or formula, the amount you receive may not add up to much. This is a tactic that has been used by unscrupulous insurance companies for years. In the class action lawsuit, Mabry vs. State Farm,… Continue reading
What are the reasons you may need a second opinion on car damage? There are quite a few reasons when repairing a vehicle can become a nightmare. It is important to understand how these issues impact your vehicle’s value. There is also a safety concern associated with mechanical issues that persist or worsen after a… Continue reading
If you have been in a motor vehicle accident, suffering injuries can give rise to several financial problems. The inability to work due to temporary or permanent disability will result in loss of earnings. You may also have medical bills to pay due to hospitalization or rehabilitation therapies. Seeking compensation for your injuries may be… Continue reading
When you get into a car accident, the expectation is that insurance companies will take care of all aspects of your claim. While this is true in a lot of respects, it doesn’t mean you will benefit. One of the major issues with insurance providers is diminished value on vehicles. First of all, insurance companies… Continue reading
If you are considering selling or trading your car, a diminished value report may be in order. This is especially true if the vehicle has been involved in a collision. Even repaired vehicles diminish in value, despite what some mechanics may tell you. An extensive report can outline the change in value of a car.… Continue reading
The uninitiated can be easily fooled by unscrupulous auto repair companies and insurance companies. In fact, they often rely on confusing terms to convince innocent consumers that they are receiving the best possible repairs on their vehicle. You should be aware of the common terms you may encounter when your vehicle needs repair. Wreck Check… Continue reading
When you buy a car, you expect to get your money’s worth. Unfortunately, some shady dealers may overvalue a vehicle based on your perceived knowledge of cars. Most people are not qualified mechanics, so it’s easy to imagine how they may fall foul of a carefully crafted spiel. If you leave the foreground and are… Continue reading
If the value of your vehicle is diminished due to damage from a crash, it could cost your business. The vehicle’s resale value will drop, even if repairs are completed using quality parts. This is, in part, due to how potential buyers perceive the worth of the vehicle. A vehicle is a company asset you… Continue reading
