What are the rights of a collision repair shop?
Ask about the technicians’ training and if the shop is “certified” or “recognized” within the collision repair community. You have rights, but rights must be exercised. Get involved in the repair of your vehicle.
Where can I get help for a car crash?
Family and friends who have gone through the repair process also can be a great source of advice, and don’t forget about your dealership—it may have its own body shop, but if it doesn’t, it can likely offer a list of reputable shops in the area.
When to take your car to a body shop?
Being involved in a car crash can be a very stressful experience. If your vehicle has suffered property damage, this article will help you understand a critical choice: whether to take it to a dealership or an independent body shop.
Where was the car crash in Hullbridge Road?
A man has been arrested after a car smashed into a shop front in a dramatic crash. The vehicle crashed into One Stop, Hullbridge Road, South Woodham Ferrers last night. Images from the scene showed the car in the shop front and shop bosses took to Facebook to say the shop is shut as the building is unsafe.
How can I find out which body shop to go to after a car accident?
You can conduct research about the shop online or call your insurance company to ask questions about a particular shop. If you’re a customer of The Hartford, call 1-800-243-5860 to report an auto claim and ask about the Customer Repair Service Program. You can also locate an approved auto shop online.
Ask about the technicians’ training and if the shop is “certified” or “recognized” within the collision repair community. You have rights, but rights must be exercised. Get involved in the repair of your vehicle.
How does collision coverage work in a car accident?
Collision coverage ensures that you will be reimbursed for your vehicle damage if the other driver did not have enough insurance, or if you were at fault for the accident. If the other driver was at fault and had enough insurance coverage, you would not make a claim against your own insurance policy’s collision coverage.
Can a car insurance company force you to go to a body shop?
Remember that an insurance company can’t force you to take your vehicle to a specific repair facility. Most states allow auto insurers to recommend auto body shops but they aren’t allowed to demand you use a certain repair facility. The choice is yours.