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Disclosure by dealer of damage to new motor vehicles

§ 40-1-5 – Disclosure by dealer of damage to new motor vehicles O.C.G.A. 40-1-5 (2010) 40-1-5. Disclosure by dealer of damage to new motor vehicles(a) As used in this Code section, the terms “dealer,” “distributor,” “manufacturer,” and “new motor vehicle” shall have the same meaning as set forth in Code

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States requiring sales tax be paid for total loss settlements

Below is a list that shows which states require insurance companies to pay sales tax above and beyond the vehicle’s actual cash value. A third party claim is a claim filed against another carrier (at fault carrier). A first party claim is a claim filed against your own carrier, regardless

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