What is Diminished Value?

The law defines Diminished Value as “the difference between a vehicle’s value immediately before the accident and after the repairs have been completed”. 

Over 50% of all buyers won’t buy a car that has been in an accident. Those that will expect a large discount. That is what keeps Carfax in business

Who pays for
Diminished Value?

By law only the At-Fault driver’s insurance policy pays for diminished value, not the victims insurance policy.

Will my premiums Increase?

No. Under the Law the at-fault driver’s insurance company pays for diminished value, your insurance company never pays a penny. 

Have questions or wonder what you may be owed?

Call us: (407) 946-2700


Frequently Asked Questions

You get 60% of the total amount of the settlement minus a one-time $95 administration fee that is deducted from the settlement.

No. We pay all expenses including all professional appraisal fees, all attorney and legal fees including all associated costs required to obtain a settlement.

The settlement is sent from the insurance company directly to an escrow account maintained by a Florida law firm, who sends your money directly to you.

No. Diminished value is not paid by your insurance company but is paid by the at-fault driver’s insurance company.

Usually 2-4 months.

Nothing, we do the rest. It will help hurry things along if you send in your repair invoice, but if you don’t have it they will get it. 

The Team

Our service is very straight forward, there is no fine print. You never give us any money. Upon settlement you get 60% of the total minus a one-time administration fee of $95 after settlement.
Our goal is to get the best settlement possible. It’s that simple.

We pay all the expenses, legal fees, including the cost for an independent diminished value appraisal.
You don’t pay a penny.

Scott O’Neil – President

When Scott first learned of diminished value, he found a legal but unnecessarily complicated claim process that prevents most people from receiving any reimbursement much less what they deserve. Our team of experts levels the playing field for you, with no hassle and no risk. Formerly, Scott served as President of a national insurance brokerage firm with over 2400 agents. A Florida native, Scott is from Key Biscayne, Florida.

Jeff Shneider – Vice President / Claims 

Jeff heads up our team of claims specialists. Jeff spent most of his career on Wall Street working with some of the largest names in the financial world. Now out of retirement he works tirelessly to help people get what they deserve from the insurance companies that owe them money. 
Jeff@yourcarclaim.com
(407) 392-0090

Olya O’Neil – Outside Legal Consultant

Olya is a Lawyer and expert in Diminished Value. She also has a degree in Engineering & Transportation. Before moving to the United States she worked for the Ukrainian Justice Department as an expert in property damage and transportation diminished value issues that came before the courts.

Jamie Kalp – Senior Claims Specialist 

Beginning with a car detailing business  at age 15 Jamie is a lifelong car enthusiast and collector. After getting his degree he ventured into the insurance business specializing in automobile claims. His language abilities (English & Spanish) and extensive knowledge of diminished value have made him an invaluable member of the team. 
Jamie@yourcarclaim.com
(407) 232-9393

RESULTS IN THE PAST 12 MONTHS
1,587
Claims completed
$ 6,840,517
Total Settled

Have questions or wonder what you may be owed?

Call us: (407) 946-2700

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