Do I have a right to have an appraisal on my vehicle value before repairs?

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Do I have a right to have an appraisal on my vehicle value before repairs?

I think my car is in the range of being totaled.

Asked on October 5, 2012 under Accident Law, California

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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 11 years ago | Contributor

Under the laws of all states in this country if your vehicle was in an accident and repairs are needed, you have the right to request an appraisal to obtain a range of its value with respect to costs of repairs before repairs are undertaken. If value exceeds costs of repairs, the vehicle should be deemed a total.


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