Once the insurance company has the information about the accident including a police report, they will set up an appointment with either a field appraiser or a Direct Repair Auto Body Shop to write the repair estimate. Read entire post...

All insurance companies have different procedures and policies on reporting an accident. Check with your insurance carrier and request the proper steps. Read entire post...

Accidents are almost always unexpected and very stressful. It’s important to keep as calm as possible. Being prepared in the case of an accident is also important. Keep an emergency kit in your trunk or under a seat with a set of collapsible cones, warning triangles or even emergency flares. Make sure you also have a PEN and a card with relevant medical information for you and your family. Keep a disposable camera handy to take pictures, especially one that has a flash in case the accident is at night. Most disposable cameras are fairly durable and can survive the heat of a car, especially if stored away from direct sunlight. Replace it every two years to be sure the film is fresh. Wh Read entire post...

Getting unbiased opinions on how to get your vehicle repaired after an insurance claim is often hard work. Between the insurance company pulling you one way and the body shop telling you to go another way, you often feel like you are playing tug of war. AutoBodyFAQ.com hopes to dispel some of the uncertainties and give you some real world scenarios on dealing with the stressful experience of getting your vehicle repaired to pre-accident condition. Hopefully we can answer any questions you might have that we haven’t already covered in our extensive FAQ. Read entire post...