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Rob Painter, Ase, CFEI, CAFATEU.S.
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Please remember. I am not an attorney and cannot legal advice. My answers are based on my experience due to litigation I have been involved in as an expert, for both insurance companies and while oposing them opposing them. I deal with only comprehensive claims on autos related to fire and theft. I have even had the opportunity to rewrite policy coverage language as it relates to vehicle theft and forced entry for insurance defense attorneys. | |
Ron CerconeU.S.
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How to handle automobile total loss claims. I am the president of UClaim and contribute to InsuranceClaimHelp.org . | |
Ernest FerraroU.S.
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I'm a licensed attorney with extensive knowledge of automobile accident litigation, insurance coverage, claim adjusting, the legality and illegality of certain insurance industry practices, getting fair value for claims, proper presentation of claims, negotiation strategy, preparing a case for trial and most issues that consumers have to address when they deal with a car accident, a lawsuit or their insurance company. | |
Charlie BaroneAvailable
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For questions involving auto damage claims, collision repair, forensics, industry practices, we can help. We specialize in claims for loss of resale value (Diminished Value). | |
Claims GuyU.S.
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I am currently an Auto Claims Manager for a large insurance company. I have 18 years experience in the industry, having worked as a Claims Adjuster, Injury Settlement Negotiator, Claims Manager, SIU/Fraud Investigator, and Compliance Officer......I can answer questions related to any aspect of Automobile insurance claims and coverages. I can provide an inside look at how insurers operate. I always treat my customers fairly and want to help make sure you are treated fairly. However, please keep in mind that being treated fairly according to the law does not guarantee that you will get what you want. I can also answer some questions regarding Homeowner's and other types of insurance claims. I have handled all types of auto insurance claims and coverages. I am NOT an automotive repair expert but can give advice re how insurers handle complex repair issues. Please keep in mind that every state has its own set of laws pertaining to rules of the road, liability, and insurance. No one is an expert on every state. I am most familiar with laws in Maryland, DC, West Virginia, and Virginia, but will attempt to answer questions for other states. | |
Richard HixenbaughU.S.
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Auto insurance claims procedure, auto coverage, liability issues, auto damage questions, how to deal with the insurance company, loss of use and diminished value. | |
Doctor SettlementOn Vacation
returns 12/15/2009 |
27 years of front line plaintiff`s trial lawyer experience in PERSONAL INJURY INSURANCE CLAIMS. Along with other attorneys and insurance adjusters, we have created a website to help injured people settle their own personal injury claims. With the help from feedback from hundreds of satisfied members, www.settlementcentral.com has become THE AUTHORITY for Internet personal injury insurance claim settlements. I am humbled and honored if people can benefit from my experience and current volunteer work in helping injured people. I hope I can explain things in a manner that is useful for the questioner. If not, do not hesitate to e-mail me and I will take a second shot at it! Best Wishes for your physical and financial recovery. | |
AnneU.S.
On Vacation
returns 11/30/2009 |
Auto insurance claims regarding vehicle accidents, insurance coverages, auto policies, bodily injury claims, pain and suffering, injury settlements and negotiations. |
Hi Thad, You should request the insurance adjuster send you a letter or an email that explains in detail the terms of the settlement. The cost of repairs for your car should be seperate from the injury
Well unfortunately your policy says once you turn in the claim, your insurer has the right to settle the claim. I don't know if there may be law in your state which requires the insurer to check with you
The vehicle's on-board computer may have a record of the air bag deployment, in which case the speed of the car will be recorded. Take it to the dealer and see if they can access the data on the OBD system
Sam, If you are in the business of leasing or financing vehicles than you have no liability pursuant to a recent Federal Law commonly referred to as Graves Amendment. Enacted on August 10, 2005, this
Three important factors: (1) What do your medical records show (your recovery will be based on the severity of the injury), (2) How much treatment did you receive and how serious were those treatments
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