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Dear Mr.Ruby, Mr. Shure, Mrs. Horseman and Mrs. Linton: I would like to express my appreciation to your professional support and guidance during the 3 overwhelming years. I was involved in a car accident. Mr. Shure came to my home and provided assistance the day after the accident. Then, your paralegals, Sandy and Dawn assisted me on each steps and kept me updated. Mr. Ruby answered my questions and phone calls. He tried and settled my case successfully. Your team professional services is the key in the success of my case. I will recommend your firm to my friend Thanks again!

-Lisa Zhang
I got into a really bad car accident and had no clue what to do. Luckily I called Portner & Shure. Thanks to them I did not have to experience the stress of talking to the insurance company's, or the hassle of gathering additional information about my case. Portner & Shure did it all. They handled all of my medical bills, and even provided a convenient chiropractor that was amazing and made me feel like myself again. They also offered a settlement that I was very pleased with.The staff were friendly and respectful. My questions were answered promptly and in great detail. I felt like I was in good hands throughout the entire process Portner & Shure is top notch. They exceeded my expectations. I recommend this law firm to anyone who refuse to settle for less.. Thanks again Portner & Shure for making this tragic experience a stress-free process and providing a satisfying result.

Jessica Tabron, Montgomery County, MD
First of all I thank God to be alive and I thank you for helping me with my case. God bless you all. It was a great pleasure. Thanks.

Angel Regina Reyes de Hernandez
Pam Brown was the paralegal that was handling my case. She was wonderful. She was always pleasant to speak with on the phone and she always kept me updated on my case. I think her professionalism is a testament to the entire team of Portner and Shure. Thank you guys for everything. Jun Jie Liu

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Understanding the property damage process

Once the insurance company establishes responsibility for the repairs to your vehicle, a claim is established and an adjuster is assigned. If entitled, the insurance company will ensure you are provided with a rental vehicle. Also at this point, before a body shop is chosen, the insurance company taking responsibility for the repair will have the vehicle inspected and assessed for the true extent of the damage. Depending on the insurance company, some will send a field adjuster first to examine the vehicle before a body shop makes its assessment. Others prefer that the car be driven, if possible, to an inspection center. This happens in most cases where the vehicle is driveable.

If your vehicle is not deemed a total loss and is repairable, most insurance companies require that the repair work be done with one of their direct repair facilities (link separate list). Most insurance companies will allow you to take it to the shop of your choice. Once an estimate is approved by the claims adjuster, the vehicle is then authorized to be repaired. You are entitled to have your vehicle placed back into the same condition it was before the accident. There are cases where your vehicle is a total loss, and you may not agree with the total loss figure. Using the appropriate guides, deducting where appropriate for excess mileage or damages, and adding certain accessories, your attorney and his experienced paralegals should be able to rectify this situation. If it cannot be resolved our firm has forced the issue by litigating property damage disputes.

Am I responsible for paying the insurance company? Many companies prefer direct payment, especially if the insurance company has a relationship with the body shop. This allows for a billing cycle to be established between the two parties and it eliminates the need for you to get involved with the payment process. If you are going through your own body shop, many insurance companies will simply make a check out to the shop directly and send it through the mail.

Accident Lawyers in Maryland, Virginia & Washington DC

For over fifteen years the attorneys at Portner & Shure have been representing victims injured in automobile accidents. You may request a free consultation with our personal injury accident lawyers in Maryland, Virginia & Washington D.C., to make sure you get the benefits you are entitled to.

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