Informative Collision Related Links

Below there are several links to automotive collision and insurance claim related websites that we at Duncan's Collision believe to be consumer oriented and informative. Following each link is a brief description of the site. Some sites have several areas and whenever possible we have linked directly to the most pertinent area of the site. Please understand that we have no control over these sites, we have no input as to their content, and we have not received any compensation for the inclusion of the links. We suggest that you store the main page of this website in your "favorites" menu for future reference.

Collision Consulting of the Carolinas, or Collision Consulting of Mississippi can help you with nearly every aspect of an insurance claim, whether you're the claimant (the other party's insurance is paying for the repairs), or the insured (your insurance is paying). Don't settle for second rate repairs - you have the right to have your vehicle restored to "pre-loss" condition. Collision Consulting will work with you and your repair center to ensure the insurance company involved upholds their end of the contract/policy. After the repairs, you may be entitled to additional compensation for "Diminished Value". Collision Consulting can help you with this settlement as well.

Quite possibly the BEST internet resource for consumer protection, the Insurance Consumer Advocate Network site has a wealth of information. J.D. Howard, former insurance adjuster and independant appraiser created this site to be a national support network for insurance consumers. This page offers information regarding which insurance coverage consumers should have, insurance company rates and complaints, state insurance departments and much more. A very informative and educational site - YOU SHOULD CHECK THIS WEBSITE.

Founded by Charlie Barone, a widely recognized and respected consumer advocate. Based in the Philidelphia, Pennsylvania area, AutoClaimsHelp has assisted consumers across the country. This site has contact info for Mr. Barone should you wish to reach him for further assistance.

Fundamentally similar to Wreck Check, Accident Inspection can assist consumers to get what is owed them from insurance companies. Mark Cobb, the owner of Accident Inspection is a staunch supporter of consumer rights, and was recognized by his peers for his efforts when he was elected president of the Coalition for Collision Repair Excellence (CCRE).

Essentially similar to Accident Inspection and Wreck Check, the Accident Check organization offers assist consumers to get what is owed to them from insurance companies. This site has information within it that insurers do not want consumers to be aware of.

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A great site for all consumers who seek information regarding the collision repair process and claims procedures. While some of the issues discussed within this site are specifically focused on New Hampshire, there is information that pertains to everyone who owns an automobile.

Another premier site dedicated to educating shops on how to empower the consumer. The CCRE (Coalition for Collision Repair Excellence) is an inter-industry organization whose efforts are focused on eliminating inferior parts and inferior repairs. There are pages with indepth information on Diminished Value, news media articles, and an excellent list of state insurance departments (where to send insurance related complaints to).

Created by former insurance industry professional Ron Alford, this site is dedicated strictly to consumer education. This site is devoid of both insurance industry influence and collision repairer influence as well. Mr. Alford has been recognized by CNBC, CNN ABC, CBS, and 400 plus other radio and TV talk shows hosts as a perpendicular thinker and true consumer educator.

Practically everything anyone could ever want to know about insurance. This website has information about claims handling/settling practices, insurance information on a state by state basis, insurance claims office numbers for most insurers, and much more. You can also get quotes on premiums.

A.M. Best rates insurance companies on variety of categories, including claims handling and complaints. They also rate attorneys and claims adjusters.

This site is primarily dedicated to the collision industry repair profession but often has articles relating to automotive repairs that would be of interest to the consumer. Although somewhat biased towards the collision centers, this publication pulls no punches when it uncovers fraud in the shops.

This site is dedicated to the business of automotive collision repairs. Consumers can post questions on the bulletin board here, or use the "shop locator" service and much more. There is also a discussion forum for autobody and insurance professionals to discuss the ever changing field of collision repair and insurance company interaction.

This site is dedicated to the collision repair professional. Timely news articles that will be of interest to the consumer can be found in the left hand column of the opening page. There is a "bulletin board" type forum as well where consumers can read how progressive consumer based shops are dealing with the insurance industy's lack of ethics and morals.

The IIHS site has safety ratings/crash test results for many vehicles, information on airbags and airbag safety, news releases and more.

Direct link to US DOT safety page with links to several other governmental agencies dealing with automobile issues.

One of the most imortant arms of the US Department of Transportation. Information on vehicle safety - including additional crash test data, passenger safety - how to not get injured, recall information and more.

The NCAC, based on the George Washington University Virginia Campus. This is a website on vehicle crash testing including animated crash simulations. Another section describes the bio-mechanics of crash testing research.

This site documents some of the worst behavior of one of the nations largest insurance companies. You will be amazed at some of the things you'll read here.

Remember: we make no claim nor do we accept any liability for the pages that are linked to from Duncan's Collision.