{"id":15382,"date":"2020-10-13T21:03:12","date_gmt":"2020-10-13T21:03:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/webdemo.icu\/site\/andywins\/?p=15382"},"modified":"2026-02-03T00:19:13","modified_gmt":"2026-02-03T08:19:13","slug":"totaled-car-and-damaged-property-after-a-crash-heres-what-to-do-next","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/webdemo.icu\/site\/andywins\/blog\/totaled-car-and-damaged-property-after-a-crash-heres-what-to-do-next\/","title":{"rendered":"Totaled Car and Damaged Property After a Crash? Here\u2019s What to Do Next"},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After a devastating car or truck crash, many victims need to focus on recovering from life-changing injuries, loss of income, and the emotional stress of the accident. Many people don\u2019t realize that they often need help recovering financial compensation for something else \u2014 their destroyed property.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A car accident can damage all kinds of valuables: your phone, laptop computer, tools in your trunk or truck bed, and your vehicle itself. When the crash wasn\u2019t your fault, you deserve compensation for the cost of replacing or repairing these valuable items, in addition to your personal injury claims. However, the insurance company doesn\u2019t always make this process easy.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this blog, the team at Andy Citrin Injury Attorneys explains the process of getting compensation for property damage claims, determining actual cash value, what \u201ccounts\u201d as evidence, and how an experienced attorney can help.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Happens When You\u2019re Car Is \u201cTotaled?\u201d<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After a serious car wreck, your vehicle might not be repairable. Other times, its actual cash value is less than it would cost to fix the damage. In these cases, the insurance company may consider your vehicle a \u201ctotal loss.\u201d However, calculating a vehicle\u2019s value and deciding to total it is a complicated process.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First, the insurance adjuster must make a series of calculations:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li><strong>Actual cash value: <\/strong>An appraiser will look at your vehicle\u2019s make, model, options, and mileage and determine its pre-accident fair market value<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><strong>Salvage value:<\/strong> The amount the insurer would get for your vehicle\u2019s scrap metal and parts<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><strong>The cost of the repairs: <\/strong>Using the body shop\u2019s estimate, the adjuster will consider how much it would cost to fix your vehicle, including parts, labor, and other factors<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your car or truck\u2019s actual cash value is less than the cost of repairs and salvage value, the insurance adjuster will probably say it\u2019s a total loss.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Next, the insurance company will notify you of its decision and how much it\u2019s willing to pay for your vehicle. If you agree with the adjuster\u2019s assessment, they will issue you a check and you can use the funds to purchase another car.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, the insurance company doesn\u2019t always get their calculations right. If you think your car or truck was undervalued, you should consult with your personal injury lawyer. They can help you negotiate a fair settlement for your totaled vehicle.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What If I Want to Keep My Totaled Car or Truck?<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We get it. Sometimes, you don\u2019t want to replace your vehicle. It may have sentimental value because you spent time working on it with your father as a teen. Or, you may think you can repair for less than the insurance company\u2019s appraisal. If you want to keep your totaled car or truck, you may be able to negotiate a \u201cbuy-back\u201d with the insurance company.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Happens If I\u2019m Still Paying on My Vehicle\u2019s Loan or Lease?<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you have a loan or lease, the insurance company will issue payment to the bank, lender, or leasing company. However, you may get part of the vehicle settlement if your remaining loan payments are less than the car\u2019s actual cash value. (If your vehicle is leased, the entire vehicle settlement may go to the leasing company.)<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Protect Evidence in Your Car Insurance Claim<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Insurance companies sometimes try to get out of paying claims by arguing that there was \u201cnot enough evidence\u201d and undervaluing your lost property. Unfortunately, people often have to go above and beyond to prove their valuables were damaged in the crash in order to get the funds they need to replace them. Thankfully, there are some simple ways people in Mississippi and Alabama can protect their cases by preserving the evidence.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Make a List of Everything That Was Damaged<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After a crash, you should quickly make a list of everything that was damaged, including your totaled vehicle. Include the cost of each item, if it had sentimental value, or was otherwise very important to you.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Take Photos of the Damage<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We always recommend that victims take as many photos as they can at the crash site, and the same is true for protecting a property damage claim. Take clear pictures of your totaled vehicle from multiple angles; even a cell phone camera will be sufficient. And if anything else was broken or destroyed in the crash, like a laptop, other electronics, sports equipment, sentimental items, or work tools, take photos of those, too.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wait to Repair Damaged Items<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sometimes, it\u2019s possible to repair items that were damaged in the crash. When you can fix your car, laptop, or other things, wait to get them repaired until your lawyer tells you it\u2019s alright to do so. They may need more photos or physical evidence to support your case.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have questions about your legal rights and responsibilities, it\u2019s in your best interest to speak with an experienced attorney who knows how to handle personal injury and property damage cases. The right attorney can help you organize your claim and evidence and correctly determine your damaged items\u2019 value.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>RELATED: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/webdemo.icu\/site\/andywins\/blog\/6-reasons-the-insurance-company-denied-your-claim-after-a-crash-and-what-to-do-next\/\"><strong>6 Reasons the Insurance Company Denied Your Claim (and What to Do Next)<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Strategies for Filing a Successful Claim With the Insurance Company<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Staying organized after a crash isn\u2019t always easy. You may be juggling family demands, school, a job, medical bills, and the stress of filing an insurance claim. However, staying organized is one of the hardest things to do, especially when you\u2019re also in pain and trying to work with the insurance adjuster.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are a few tips for staying organized after an Alabama or Mississippi car crash.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Save Your Receipts<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you get anything repaired, make sure to save the receipt. If you still have the receipt from when you originally purchased the damaged item, give this to your lawyer, too. These costs can help them understand the value of your car and other items after a crash.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get Estimate and Quotes<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After a car crash, you may have the option to repair your vehicle or other items. If you can get a quote or two on the cost of the repair, this will also help your lawyer fight for a fair settlement offer on your behalf that includes the actual cost of repair, the salvage value, replacing your belongings, or buying a new car.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Understand Your Auto Insurance Coverage<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Alabama and Mississippi, all drivers should have at least $25,000 in property damage coverage. Additionally, many drivers purchase collision coverage and gap insurance that will help offset their losses when they\u2019re in a crash. While we always advocate for Alabama and Mississippi drivers understanding their insurance policies before a collision occurs, it\u2019s essential after a wreck. You\u2019ll need to know whether a deductible applies to your claim and how much compensation you can get for your property losses.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take the opportunity to review what\u2019s covered after a crash with your car accident attorney. They can help you understand what\u2019s covered by your collision coverage and identify other policies that may cover your losses. For example, you may be able to file claims with the at-fault driver\u2019s policy, their employer\u2019s insurance company, and others.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Call a Car Accident Attorney<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Insurance companies and adjusters are notorious for denying valid claims, making insultingly low first offers, and making it challenging for victims to get fair compensation at market value for their injuries and damaged property. When you work with an attorney, you have someone on your side who understands the law and can help you get what you\u2019re owed.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Have Damaged Property After a Car Crash? Don\u2019t Wait to Call the Andy Citrin Team<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Andy Citrin Injury Attorneys, we have decades of experience fighting for victims like you in Alabama, Mississippi, and across the Gulf Coast. We know how to handle the most complex personal injury and property damage claims, and are ready to hear your case and help you decide what to do next. To schedule your free consultation with our team, contact us at\u00a0251-888-8888 or complete our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/webdemo.icu\/site\/andywins\/contact-us\/\">online form<\/a>.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><em>The content\u202fprovided here is\u202ffor informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal advice on any subject.<\/em><\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;<\/p>\r\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>After a devastating car or truck crash, many victims need to focus on recovering from life-changing injuries, loss of income, and the emotional stress of the accident. Many people don\u2019t realize that they often need help recovering financial compensation for something else \u2014 their destroyed property. 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