Midwest Collision Industry Forum to be Held June 18
AASP of Missouri, ASA MOKAN and SCRS MOKAN have announced that the 3rd Missouri Collision Industry Forum will be hosted as the "Midwest Collision Industry Forum" on June 18, 2008. The Coalition of Associations felt that the name was appropriate since so many people from out of state chose to attend the two previous forums. “It’s a tremendous
Recycled Rides Sets Goal of 100 Vehicle Donations in 2008
Recycled Rides is scheduled to make 100 simultaneous vehicle donations throughout the country the week of Thanksgiving, with Met Life Auto Home contributing the first vehicle for the 2008 program. The National Auto Body Council (NABC) community awareness project consists of NABC members repairing and donating recycled vehicles to families in need throughout the United
California Senate Judiciary Committee Approves CRA Factory Parts Bill
The California Senate Judiciary Committee approved the Collision Repair Association of California (CRA)-sponsored Senate Bill 1059 by a 3-2 vote and agreed to add the following provision to the bill: “At the time of sale, the insurer shall specifically notify the insured whether the insurance contract allows for the use of aftermarket parts, and that such use may
California Senate Judiciary Committee Approves CRA Factory Parts Bill
The California Senate Judiciary Committee approved the Collision Repair Association of California (CRA)-sponsored Senate Bill 1059 by a 3-2 vote and agreed to add the following provision to the bill: “At the time of sale, the insurer shall specifically notify the insured whether the insurance contract allows for the use of aftermarket parts, and that such use may
Legislative Lowdown
California – The Collision Repair Association of California’s (CRA) two sponsored bills, Senate Bills 1059 and 1167, were heard by the Senate Committee on Banking, Finance and Insurance on April 2, coinciding with CRA’s Legislative Day. The CRA says insurers successfully convinced the California Chamber of Commerce to oppose S.B. 1167, which mandates that once
Rhode Island Bill Would Prohibit Deductible Rebates
The Rhode Island House is considering a bill that would prevent shops from rebating or offering to rebate a customer’s deductible to entice the customer to choose a particular shop. State Rep. Timothy A. Williamson (D-West Warwick) introduced House Bill 7994 on Feb. 28. If enacted, violations would be grounds for denial, suspension or revocation
Assured Performance Announces 2008 Board of Directors
Assured Performance Cooperative (Co-Op), the largest network of independently owned shops in the world, today announced their 2008 Board of Directors. The members of the co-op voted last week to approve the slate of candidates for the Board. In accordance with the co-op bylaws, the Board of Directors is exclusively body shops owners representing over
Suing as a Solution?
My lawyer friend told me that all parties involved in the collision repair industry are still trying to get away with all they can because there haven’t been enough lawsuits yet. I explored that theory and found he may be right.
Illinois Supreme Court Overturns Avery v State Farm
The billion-dollar judgment against State Farm for deceiving policyholders by specifying the use of non-OEM parts was tossed on a technicality — while massive amounts of evidence went unnoticed (or, as one justice contends, ignored).
Creating Your (Business) Plan of Attack
Whether you’re starting a new shop or you’re a veteran shop owner, writing and maintaining a solid business plan helps to ensure the continued success and growth of your organization.