Why Are the Discounts an Insurer Receives from a DRP Shop Not Shared with the Policyholder?
Most insurance companies consider the first dollars spent on a claim that’s paid to be the deductible. For example, in a claim with a $500 deductible, the customer would be required to pay the first $500, then anything above that would be covered in the insurance contract. In the event of a car being repaired under a direct repair contract where discounts are given, why are those discounts not shared with the policyholder?
GEICO Settles Lawsuit with Gunder’s Auto Center
Insurer avoids deposition of claim reps by paying Gunder’s full billing and legal fees of $3,593.09.
Gunder’s Receives Settlement Payments from Three Insurers
State Farm, 21st Century and Security National settle with Lakeland, Fla.-based collision center. Meanwhile, shop files new lawsuit against Travelers.
More Than 60 Collision Repairers Attend Florida Legal Seminar
One organizer says State Farm parts procurement program was talk of the event.
Final Call for Free Collision Repair Legal Seminar
Organizers say April 14 seminar’s goal is to help educate and edify attendees on issues not generally offered or made readily available to repairers.
Seats Filling for Collision Repairer Legal Seminar
“This legal seminar is not about how to sue insurance companies…it’s about protecting yourself, your company and your employees from easily avoidable liabilities, loss of profits and other important issues of which every viable business is confronted,” said co-organizer Ray Gunder.
Florida’s Auto Angels Present 12 Cars to Needy Families
On Dec. 20, Auto Angels, in association with The Mid Florida Chapter of Florida Auto Body Collision Alliance (FACA), presented 12 reconditioned vehicles to a dozen local families. Cheers and tears erupted throughout the ceremony as keys to newly reconditioned vehicles were presented and the pre-selected and notified men, women and children were led to
Florida’s Auto Angels Revving Up Car Giveaway Program
Participants of this year’s Auto Angels Vehicle Giveaway program met recently to compare notes in anticipation of the annual Christmas celebration bestowment of several reconditioned vehicles to aid local families in getting a hand-up. This year’s program Chairman David Stewart of Stewart’s Auto Repair in Winter Haven, Fla., said, “We’re excited as to what this
Auto Damage Experts Provides Expert Testimony in Criminal Trial
David Smith of Auto Damage Experts (ADE) was recently called upon in criminal court in Oregon to render expert opinion on behalf of the defendant in an Oregon state criminal case. The matter involved the accusation and ensuing assault charges filed by the State of Oregon against a man who allegedly broke the side glass
Auto Angels Prep for 2011 Car Giveaway Program
The first meeting for the 2011 Auto Angels was held Feb. 22 in Lakeland, Fla., where local collision industry professionals came together to discuss plans for a repeat of last year’s successful benevolent car giveaway program, in which Auto Angels presented five reconditioned automobiles to five grateful recipients. “The experience was incredible for all involved,