AboutAnne Expertise Auto insurance claims regarding vehicle accidents, insurance coverages, auto policies, bodily injury claims, pain and suffering, injury settlements and negotiations.
Experience I am an adjuster for injury claims and property damage claims for over 5 years (still working there). I have worked for personal injury attorneys helping consumers get a fair treatment and I am passionate to help others with their vehicle accidents.
Education/Credentials B.A. Economics/ Political Science
Awards and Honors I was the top settling claims adjuster at the Insurance Company that I worked for.
I am the co writer of http://www.auto-insurance-claim-advice.com a website dedicated to help consumers document their auto claims and navigate the complex claim process.
Past/Present Clients I work with injury lawyers working on high dollar settlements and jury awards for pain and suffering see: Spokane Law Office.
Question My car was hit while it was parked. Luckily the guy waited for me to come out and gave me his insurance information. I got an estimate at a shop I have used before and sent it into the insurance company. I received the check and called the auto shop for an appointment. I tried with no luck for two weeks. The guy who schedules was never in and never returned my calls, so I went to another shop for an estimate. It came out $380.00 cheaper than the first shop. Am I permitted to get the work done there? The check is in my name only.
Thank you.
Answer Yes, Joyce.
The insurance company has paid for your damages. They are done. If you decide to fix the car for cheaper that is your call. You could even choose not to fix it and they could not say anything.
