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Diminished Value · Auto Claims

Accident on Record
Means Money Owed.

After an accident, your vehicle is worth less - even with perfect repairs. State Farm, GEICO, Allstate, and Progressive are required to compensate you for the diminished value of your car - but they won't tell you that. We fight to recover every dollar you're owed.

$3,800
Avg. DV recovery
500+
Claims filed
98%
Success rate

Our Process

We Handle Your Claim from Start to Finish

Our certified appraisers use industry-recognized methods including the 17c Formula, the Hamblin Method, and direct market comparison to build an airtight case for your claim.

1

Gather Pre-Accident Value

We establish your vehicle's true market value before the accident using NADA, Kelley Blue Book, and comparable sales data.

2

Assess Damage & Repair Quality

We review all repair records, photos, and CarFax history to quantify the structural and cosmetic impact.

3

Calculate Loss & File Claim

We draft a formal demand letter with supporting documentation and submit it directly to the insurance company.

4

Negotiate Until You Win

We handle all back-and-forth negotiation until a fair settlement is reached - or escalate to litigation if needed.

Certified appraiser inspecting vehicle

Average Recovery

Without our help
$0
With our help
$3,800
+$3,800 recovered

Methods We Use

17c Formula
Hamblin Method
Direct Market Comparison
Certified USPAP Appraisal

Types

Three Types of Diminished Value

Inherent Diminished Value

The natural reduction in market value due to accident history, regardless of repair quality. The most commonly claimed type.

Repair-Related Diminished Value

Lost value caused by improper or incomplete repairs. Occurs when the shop fails to fully restore the vehicle to pre-loss condition.

Immediate Diminished Value

The difference between pre-accident and post-accident value before any repairs are completed. Relevant in total loss scenarios.

Diminished value appraisal documents and reports

Coverage

We File Claims Against
Every Major Insurer

Whether it's a household name or a regional carrier — if they owe you money, we go after it. No insurer is too big.

State Farm
GEICO
Allstate
Progressive
Farmers
Liberty Mutual
USAA
Nationwide
Travelers
American Family
AAA Insurance
Erie Insurance
Safeco
National General
PEMCO
Grange Insurance
Hanover Insurance
Country Financial
AIG
Chubb
Dairyland

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21+
Insurers covered
98%
Success rate
$3,800
Avg. recovery

FAQ

Common Questions

Diminished value (DV) is the reduction in your vehicle's market value after it has been in an accident - even after it has been fully repaired. Buyers pay less for vehicles with accident history, and insurance companies like State Farm, Allstate, GEICO, Progressive, and USAA are often legally obligated to compensate you for this loss.

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