Collision Center.pptx

Collision Center What Is A Collision Center? Definition:  Specialized in repairing and restoring vehicles damaged in an accident. Goal:  To restore a damaged vehicle to preaccident condition. AKA: Auto Body Shop or Body Shop (BS) Types of Collision Centers Preferred  Pre-existing contract/ag...

Collision Center What Is A Collision Center? Definition:  Specialized in repairing and restoring vehicles damaged in an accident. Goal:  To restore a damaged vehicle to preaccident condition. AKA: Auto Body Shop or Body Shop (BS) Types of Collision Centers Preferred  Pre-existing contract/agreement with an Insurance Agency  Policyholders are sent to contracted BS for repairs  Corporately Owned  Not as willing to refer clients  Why? Contracted with Insurance Agencies & Too Many Corporate Rules & Regulations Independent  Not affiliated with an Insurance Agency  Plaintiff’s choice on repair facility  Family Owned  More willing to refer clients  Why? Nothing to Lose, Everything to Gain How To Spot The Difference Preferred Independent  Corporate  Family Owned  Multiple Locations  One or Few Locations  Out of State Locations  Primary Focus –  Primary Focus - Cosmetic Repairs Concealed/Hidden Damages Common Preferred BS Common Terms Deductibl e The initial out-of-pocket expense an individual bears before the insurance will cover the subsequent repair costs. Videos: 1. Insurance Deductible Explained – YouTube 2. Insurance101 - Deductibles (youtube.com) Estimate The estimated projection of costs incurred for repairing damage. Videos: 1. Auto Repair Estimate - What Is an Estimate - Auto Estimator Training For Beginners - Part 1 (youtube.com) 2. Vehicle Collision Repair Estimate Process (youtube.com) Suppleme nt Additional estimate/s made for unforeseen damages found during the repair process. Videos: 1. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Spia_ehYMvc 2. Supplement Insurance Writing Experts for Auto Collision Damage - BodyShopAdvisors.co m M 305-459-3774 (youtube.com) Do you offer deductible discounts? – Percentage discounted? __% Do you offer free estimates? Common Questions & Topics Do you offer loaner vehicles? Do you perform undercarriage inspections? Do you offer towing? – Radius, Costs, Pre & Post Services? Do you offer storage? – Cost, Frequency? What other services do you offer? If PL vehicle deemed a TL, do you still charge for tow & storage costs incurred? Common Questions We Get Asked How will collision centers/bodHow will collision centers/body shops get paid?y shops get paid? Collision centers will receive payment from PL/DEF insurance, depending on the caseHow will collision centers/body shops get paid? What are the benefits of working with Farahi Law Firm? We bring them lunch, take them out to eat, befriend them, give thank you gifts for referrals, quality care for their clients, access to marketing, enhanced network, client referrals. Do you take on depreciation of value cases? We do, but not always .We take these on a case-by-case basis. Why should we trust you/entrust our clients to you? You care, we care too. Can ensure we do our best to provide people with proper care, JF's accident story shows there's a level of empathy and understanding from us Do you give us a % of the cases we refer you? We do not give a % or pay for clients, but we do offer a reward system for client referrals (Tier 1-Tier 3 system) What We Offer Their Clients             Award-Winning Law Firm Free Consultation No Fees Unless We Win! Medical Care They Need, Compensation They Deserve Deductible Coverage Storage Fee Coverage Experienced Legal Team & Trial Attorney On Their Side Access to Top Medical Doctor and Specialists within our network Negotiate Medical Bills Handle Property Damage Claim Multilingual Referral Program ($100) Their Business  Referrals  Partnership with Award-Winning Law Firm  Free Legal Advice  Experienced Legal Team At Your Service  JF can review PI reports and give feedback  Marketing Support  Weekly Lunches/Coffee  Selfish Needs/Wants of owner/decision-maker  Ex. Family dinners, gift cards, sports tickets, trips, etc.  Selfness Needs/Wants of owner/decision-maker  Ex. Lunch for staff, lobby entertainment, small increment GCs for staff.  Friendships/Lasting Partnerships Do They Offer? Deductible Discounts Warranty Free Estimates Specialty Services Loaner Vehicles Certifications Undercarriage Inspection Areas of Specialization/Expertise Storage Other Towing Undercarriage Inspection Definition:  A thorough assessment of a vehicle's underside. Purpose:  Uncover hidden damage not visible in standard visual inspections. Importance of Undercarriage Inspections in a PI Case Uncovers Hidden Damages Evidence to support BI claims Enhances Credibility Backed by Expert Analysis/Testim ony Establishes Causation of Damages Link Between Defendant's Actions & Plaintiff’s BI & PD Claims  Request inspection if BS skips.  Firm covers costs if fees aren't waived. Why? Strengthen PD-BI link, Increase case value. Causation of Damages Definition:  Proving the defendant's actions directly caused the harm suffered by the plaintiff. Two Commonly Used Experts: 1) Accident Reconstructionist  Establish Accident Severity (PD) 2) Biomechanics Expert  Establish Accident Injuries (BI) CASE BRIEF: CRUZ V LOPEZ Statement of Facts:  Dropped by a previous attorney for BI Claim[s] not matching PD  DOL: 10/13/2015  Sign-Up Date: 11/10/2016  SOL: 10/13/2017 CRUZ V LOPEZ STATEMENT OF FACTS: Plaintiff's Vehicle MEDICAL PROCEDURES MEDICAL COMPLAINTS  Neck Pain  Back Pain  5 Cervical Epidurals  Trouble Sleeping  Headaches  1 Lumbar Injection  Dizziness  Ringing in Ears  Nervousness  Tension  Increased  Cervical Facet Injections  Anterior Cervical Discectomy & Fusion at C56  2 Hip Injections  Hip Arthroscopy  Physical Therapy CRUZ V LOPEZ MEDS TOTAL: $333,154.13 LOSS OF EARNINGS/CAPACITY: $100,000.00 FUTURE MEDICALS: $500,000.00 GENERAL DAMAGES FOR PAIN & AND SUFFERING: $3,000,000.00 TOTAL DAMAGES: $3,333,154.13 Opening Demand: $1,800,000.00