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Wyoming ‘Crash Parts’ Legislation Stalls in House
A bill deemed harmful to collision repairers and consumers has stalled in the Wyoming House of Representatives.
NABR Launches New Version of Its CA Labor Rate Survey
National AutoBody Research (NABR) recently announced the launch of its newly revised California Standardized Auto Body Labor Rate Survey, based on the labor rate survey format defined by the California Department of Insurance (CDI).
2 Las Vegas Roadways Digitized for Autonomous Vehicles
Written by Colin Wood, StateScoopA transportation authority in Las Vegas, NV, has become the first in the world to put roadway information in a digital format for consumption by autonomous vehicles, according to a company that provided technology for the project.
Gardena, CA, Collision Center Reports for Duty
Written by Gary Kohatsu, Gardena Valley NewsIn a ribbon-cutting gala, the city of Gardena, CA, and its police department hailed the opening of the first-ever collision reporting center in the state of California as a “windfall” for motorists in non-injury “fender-benders” and car crashes that occur within the 6.6 square miles of Freeway City.
Shelley, ID, Woman Sentenced for Insurance Fraud
Attorney General Lawrence Wasden recently announced a Bingham County, ID, woman was sentenced Monday, Jan. 28 for insurance fraud.
Aftermarket Crash Parts Legislation On Fast Track in WY Legislature
The Wyoming legislature is considering legislation that would negatively impact collision repairers and consumers relative to aftermarket crash parts.
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Riverside, CA, Army Vet Receives Refurbished Vehicle Through NABC Recycled Rides
Written by Brian Whitehead, The SunAn Army veteran from Riverside, CA, recently received a newly refurbished car in San Bernardino, CA, courtesy of Caliber Collision and Encompass Insurance.
Snowy Conditions Keep Billings, MT, Auto Body Shops Busy
Written by Spencer Martin, KULR-8Many people dealt with headaches following a series of crashes on Billings, MT-area roadways the week of Jan. 20.
Class Action Filed Against DC Auto, Inc. in CA, Alleging Violation of Labor Laws
The Riverside, CA, labor law attorneys at Blumenthal Nordrehaug Bhowmik De Blouw LLP filed a class action lawsuit against DC Auto, Inc., alleging that the company failed to lawfully provide meal and rest periods and pay their California employees minimum wage.
NABC Recycled Rides Presents 4 Refurbished Vehicles to Palm Springs, CA, Recipients
On Tuesday, Jan. 15, four deserving recipients from Palm Springs, CA, and their families experienced a life-changing event: the presentation of a car to provide them with independence and the ability to work, take care of their families and serve their communities, thanks to the National Auto Body Council.