Should I sign a property damage release despite the fact that the body shop has not yet seen the car or bill the supplement charges?
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Should I sign a property damage release despite the fact that the body shop has not yet seen the car or bill the supplement charges?
My car was rear-ended by a truck. I filed a third party claim since the trucker that hit me was at fault. Now, the insurance company wants me to sign a “Property Damage Release” before receiving the amount billed by their adjuster. Problem is that the body shop has not seen or “opened up” the car to see if there are further damages. The insurance company is willing to put in the release “this does not include supplements”. Is this a regular practice? Do I need to sign this before receiving the check? Will the statement “this does not include supplements” be sufficient enough to cover future expenses?
Asked on April 4, 2015 under Accident Law, Florida
Answers:
M.T.G., Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
I would not sign anything until after the car has been thoroughly gone over by body shop and they give you a written estimate that you can compare to the one from the insurance adjuster. Generally the insurance company pays the body shop directly. Good luck.
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