Car Declared Totaled By Auto Insurance Company Nevada NV
Reader’s Question:
I was involved in an accident here in Nevada, and my car was declared totaled by my auto insurance company. They want to pay off my car but we cannot agree on a price. What should I do?
Bonnie
Reno, NV
The first thing to do is to check out the website of the Nevada Department of Insurance. Here, you will find a list of your rights as a policyholder. Since all states control car insurance companies to an extent to protect your rights as to avoid getting cheated when you file for a claim, you should be able to get ample information on the website regarding just settlement of insurance claims.
Next thing to do is to check your appraisal provision. This allows you to get an independent assessment on the damage to your car. Once the independent assessment and that of your insurer is available, a third party or umpire jointly chosen by your independent appraiser and car insurer will step in to decide if the insurer and independent appraiser cannot agree on the car’s value. You will have to pay for the independent appraiser’s fees, though. You also have to shoulder a part of the umpire’s fees. But if you really feel you are being shortchanged by your insurance provider, paying extra may prove to be worth it.
If you still do not agree to the price set by the two parties, talk to a senior adjuster in the car insurance company. You can ask help from the state insurance commissioner, too. Another option is to take your case to arbitration, or you may even file a lawsuit.
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