Safe Collision Repairs

Seven Levels of Repair and Diminished Value

Fri, 10 Aug 2007 12:32:17 PST

Before creation of the Seven Levels of Repair and Diminished Value, insurance companies and auto body repair shops would claim a vehicle was "repaired." But, without defining what "repair" meant in relation to automobile damage reconstruction, quality was subjective and all over the board. Post repair inspections on hundreds of supposedly "repaired" cars and trucks still exhibiting evidence of accident damage, convinced Network Information Communications’ founder Jim Lynas that the word "repair" was far too ambiguous to describe the complicated processes necessary to fully restore a car after an auto accident. NIC developed the Seven Levels of Repair and Diminished Value in 2001 with the hope it would provide the standard by which insurance indemnification could finally be measured.

Federal Roof Crush Standard Not Usually Considered By Auto Rebuilders

Fri, 19 Aug 2005 18:26:00 PST

It matters little what rules and laws vehicle manufacturers must live by as they build cars, if after a wreck a body shop can rebuild a damaged car to a lesser level of quality than the original manufacturer intended and get away with . The bottom line is that because so few consumers have used cars inspected prior to making a purchase, shops often cut corners and make a pile of money for performing shoddy work, and consumers make their purchases none the wiser. All consumers should be aware that is how cars are supposed to be repaired if they are expected to withstand a future crash. [MORE]

Ohio Lemon Law: Are you Driving a Laundered Lemon?

Thu, 07 Jul 2005 18:56:00 PST

Reselling lemon autos to unsuspecting consumers without full disclosure, often through means of deception and trickery, is known as lemon laundering. Despite enforcement of Ohio's vigorous lemon laws, laundering of lemon autos occurs all too frequently. In this article, you'll learn tricks dealers use to wash titles and market lemon autos to unsuspecting consumers. [MORE]

Diminished Value on Auto Windshields and Glass? You Betcha!

Thu, 07 Apr 2005 04:50:00 PST

Glass is among the most critical components installed on an auto. Because of its structural significance and other important features, security and visibility among those, use of genuine replacement parts and original manufacturer's approved installation procedures are paramount in achieving an acceptable repair - one that restores the safety, function, appearance and durability of the auto. Improper installations, inadequate parts, and unapproved or faulty materials can cause diminished value and render a vehicle unsafe to drive. Learn more about glass related DV in this article written by WreckCheck founder, Jim Lynas. [MORE]

Safe Collision Repair Statistics Show Average DV is $6,486.54

Wed, 06 Apr 2005 16:00:00 PST

The amount of Diminished Value a car suffers following an accident and repair is driven upward by a number of factors - the value of the car, amount of damage sustained, value of voided warranties, and the inability to ever again qualify the vehicle in manufacturer preowned certification programs. We at Safe Collision Repairs recently put some effort into finding the amount of money the average consumer has at stake based on some actual case studies. The amount in your particular case may be higher or lower than the average amount we calculated since DV is assessed on a case by case basis. [MORE]

Is there Good Hope for Fair Auto Insurance Settlements?

Wed, 06 Apr 2005 13:49:00 PST

Settling insurance claims using a combination of repairs and cash (DV) isn�t new thinking. The concept has been around since long before college educated bean counters arrived on the insurance scene to squeeze repair shops and deprive claimants of fair settlements. In this article, we provide an overview of an 1840 lawsuit heard by the Massachusetts� Supreme Court that supports full indemnity for an insured, despite the fact that only partial repairs were made to the property. [MORE]

Personal Injury Attorneys Can Achieve Higher Settlements By Documenting The Full Extent of Damages to Client's Autos

Wed, 23 Feb 2005 03:23:00 PST

Factual reporting of all damages pertaining to an injured auto helps lawyers substantiate their client�s complaints of personal injury. Let�s face it; it�s easier to prove personal injuries when there is thousands of dollars of damage as opposed to a few hundred dollars of damage to an auto. Not surprising, the more damages we find during our investigation, the more likely it is that the insurer�s offer of settlement will grow. [MORE]

SCR Assists Consumers and Attorneys in Lemon Law Disputes

Mon, 14 Feb 2005 10:10:00 PST

If you are in the tri-states of Ohio, Kentucky and West Virginia, and think you may have purchased a vehicle commonly referred to as a lemon, why not engage the experts at Safe Collision Repairs (SCR) to verify your complaints and assist you and your attorney in obtaining resolve? �We initiated this service because we recognized that it is often difficult for consumers to gather documentation and make an effective presentation when the process and hoops they are made to jump through intimidates them,� says SCR founder, David ... [MORE]

Insurers Can Benefit By Embracing Post Repair Inspection

Wed, 15 Dec 2004 21:29:00 PST

According to a newsletter written and published by insurance consultant Brian Sullivan, Importance of Collision Repair Quality / Auto Insurance Report, Sept 18, 2000 issue consumer's satisfaction with insurers falls sharply as auto damage claims increase in complexity. Thus, consumers may likely be very happy with their experience when they have had a simple ... [MORE]

FAQ's: Post Repair Inspection and Diminished Value Claims

Thu, 09 Dec 2004 00:57:00 PST

Most people would agree that there is nothing better than having the facts before making an important decision. With that in mind, SafeCollisionRepairs.com offers this article, which relates fifteen of the most frequently asked questions - questions you may be entertaining if you are considering retaining us for a post-repair inspection on your car or truck. Alongside the questions, you will find accurate information to dispell the myths you may have heard about your rights in the repair process and the filing of Diminished Value (DV) claims. [MORE]

SCR Services Benefit Consumers and Attorneys

Wed, 24 Nov 2004 14:17:00 PST

The staff of Safe Collision Repairs is proud to offer a variety of auto inspection and reporting services that benefit both consumers and attorneys. In a perfect world, honesty would prevail and our services would not be necessary. However, we thrive today because insurers and repair shops alike are driven by... [MORE]