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NORTH CAROLINA GENERAL STATUTE 20-279.21(D1)

Diminished Value Law in North Carolina  NORTH CAROLINA GENERAL STATUTE 20-279.21(D1) [maxbutton id=”3″] § 20-279.21.  “Motor vehicle liability policy” defined. (a)        A “motor vehicle liability policy” as said term is used in this Article shall mean an owner’s or an operator’s policy of liability insurance, certified as provided in G.S.

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Who is the worst insurance carrier?

Question: Who is the worst insurance carrier? Answer: USAA (United Services Automobile Association) Below are the contact details of the individuals at USAA who handle Diminished Value claims: R.J. Brauneker | Manager | Insurance Operations Auto, Security, & Recovery- Physical Damage, P&C Insurance Group, USAA 9800 Fredericksburg Road, San Antonio, Texas 78288

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GuideOne Insurance Diminished Value Formula

GuideOne calculates your diminished value based on the formula listed below.  Your completed settlement recap is enclosed.   Diminished Value Formula   Given the problems with using estimates, or agreed costs to repair, as well as the inadequate reporting of mileage, our formula will use modifiers for each of these

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