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About Charlie Barone
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For questions involving auto damage claims, collision repair, forensics, industry practices, we can help. We specialize in claims for loss of resale value (Diminished Value).

Experience
I have 30 years experience in the collision repair and body reconstruction field, both hands-on and from behind the desk. I hold a Master Certification from ASE in the Body and Paint category, as well as their certification in Estimating. I have authored over 120 feature and training articles for the largest trade journal devoted to the collision repair industry, and have given expert testimony in court dozens of times. Licensed physical damage appraiser in Pennsylvania and reciprocal states.

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Auto Insurance Claims - Rear ended

Expert: Charlie Barone - 11/2/2009

Question
I was involved in a car wreck. I hit a guy that was stopped on the highway he was going turn left on a street. Its just two lanes , it was 7:30 A.M. it was dark and rainy. This guy did not have his taillights on so i did not see him until i hit him my car is totaled there were two witnesses that said the same thing. They had no idea there was a truck there. Should his insurance agency pay for my car?

Answer
If you can prove with statement from your witnesses that it was dark, there was poor visibility, and that he did not have his lights on when you hit him, go for it. Make sure the witnesses are not related to you or could have their statements dismissed for any reason. Also get the police report if available to see what their position on the events was.

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