Property Damage Tips

Has your vehicle been damaged in a car crash? Here are a few things to think about to make sure you get the full value of your property damage claim:

1. Diminished value. Even if your car was expertly repaired, a car is always worth less after a wreck. The difference is a claim for “diminished value” and can be substantial for higher-end cars.

2. Loss of use. After you come to terms on a value for your car, remember to pursue a claim for “loss of use” or for the value of an equivalent rental car while you were deprived of the use of your car.

3. New tires or other upgrades. New tires and some other upgrades can increase the value of a car, and your compensation should be based on the fair market value of your car including these items.

4. Personal property. If you have personal property damaged in the accident (glasses, phone, laptop, camera, etc.) remember to include these in your claim before signing a release.

Our injury clients often have questions about property damage. If you have questions, we are here to help. Call today for a free consultation — (309) 807-5674.

Author Bio

Joshua Rohrscheib is the Owner of Onward Injury Law, a Central Illinois personal injury law firm. With more than 17 years of experience in injury law, he is dedicated to representing clients in a wide range of legal matters, including car accidents, trucking accidents, construction accidents, medical malpractice, nursing home abuse, and other personal injury cases.

Josh received his Juris Doctor from the University of Illinois College of Law and is a member of the Illinois State Bar Association. He has received numerous accolades for his work, including being named among the “Top 40 Under 40” in 2019 by The National Trial Lawyers and a “Rising Star” in 2019 by Super Lawyers.

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