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Explore the latest news and updates on insurance policies, coverage changes, and impacts on the collision industry, including insights into claims processing and disputes.

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Are You Helping Customers See the Upsides of Paying Out of Pocket?

Mike Anderson says collision repairers should be careful not to scare off customers who might prefer to avoid filing a claim.
Mike Anderson
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Body Shop Owner Charged After $3K Fraud on Minor Dent

The owner encouraged an undercover officer to submit a $3,000 claim for a dent on a bait car used as part of a sting operation.
Autobody News Staff
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GEICO, asTech Pricing Agreement Draws Doubt from Repairers, But May Become More Common

The agreement is meant to make it easier for shops to get paid, but repairers say it leaves them out of the pricing decision.
Elizabeth Crumbly
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State Farm Narrows Underwriting Losses in 2024, Auto Insurance Drives Recovery

The insurance giant's auto insurance losses dropped by $7 billion compared to 2023, though the sector still ended in the red.
Autobody News Staff
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Tariffs Pose Risks for U.S. Auto and Home Insurers

Auto insurers are likely to see rising claims costs as tariffs could make vehicle parts more expensive and difficult to obtain.
Autobody News Staff
New York Fines 37 Auto Insurers $20 Million for Reporting Failures

New York Fines 37 Auto Insurers $20 Million for Reporting Failures

Insurance companies paid an average of $551,000 each for failing to comply with state laws regarding reporting policies.
Autobody News Staff
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Message to Auto Insurers: How Collision Repairers Would Improve the Claims Process

Body shop owners have ideas for what auto insurers could do -- or not do -- to make things easier for everyone involved.
John Yoswick
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California Officials Warn of Tow Truck Scam Targeting Crash Victims

An organized ring in the Inland Empire is accused of towing vehicles to a body shop and demanding excessive fees for release.
Autobody News Staff
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Auto Insurance Shopping Hits Record High, But Fewer Consumers Switch

Insurers in a number of states implemented rate increases, making it harder for consumers to find savings attractive enough to switch to a new carrier.
Autobody News Staff
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'On the Road with Mike Anderson' Live Podcast Explores Rhode Island’s Extensive Collision Repair Laws

Randy Bottella, president of the Auto Body Association of Rhode Island, spoke about the long road to passing laws helping repairers and customers alike.
Abby Andrews

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