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Accident Tips
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Post-Accident Dos and Don'ts 

Some Important Accident Tips

You paid a premium price for your insurance policy and for the rights that came with it. Don't let anyone take them away!

If You're Involved in an Accident, You Must:

  • Stop at once. Report the accident to the nearest police station.
  • See if anyone is injured. If injuries appear serious, call an ambulance. If you're hurt, seek treatment promptly.
  • Write a complete description of the accident as soon as possible.
  • Submit required accident reports to the proper authorities.
  • Call your insurance company.

You're Not Required to:

  • Give a signed statement to the claims adjuster representing the other driver's insurance company.
  • Obtain more than one estimate.
  • Take your car to a shop specified by your insurance agent or to any drive-in claims center for inspection.
  • Accept a check for repair of your car until you're confident that it covers all the necessary repairs.
  • Sign any insurance company release until every repair has been completed to your complete satisfaction.
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Bet You Didn't Know:

If your vehicle is damaged in an accident you have the right to:
 
Choose your own body shop:
Have your car towed to the shop of your choice. Don't let your insurance company specify a shop so they can receive a discount on your repairs. Call your insurance company and advise them of your vehicle's location. Let your body shop go over the damage with your insurance company representative.

Have your car restored to pre-accident condition:
Your car should look and perform the way it did before the accident. Even minor cosmetic damage should also be repaired at this time. Every little nick or chip can lead to rust damage later and will deduct from the value of your car.

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The Importance of Genuine Replacement Parts:

Don't be fooled by "lifetime warranties" on imitation parts. Significant additional costs can be incurred if these warranties do not include labor. Call Next Generation Auto Body LLC at 540-825-6398 or visit us at 16471 Poor Farm Rd. We only use genuine parts and provide our services at competitive prices.  
Walk in at a time of your convenience and check out our facility. Visit us at 16471 Poor Farm Rd today!
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