Q: Is there a law in Ohio regarding total loss claim amounts? Given vehicle value but seeking additional costs.
Was in a total loss accident and the ins co said the settlement amount was not negotiable and only toward the vehicle’s value. Can I legally get extra money for money spent waiting on a response from them? Body shop said the vehicle should have been totaled at initial estimate but instead the ins co told me vehicle would be completed in a few days. Can I claim negligence on their part?
A: An Ohio attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. The carrier's slow response to you is something that usually can't be included in damages. You could check with local attorneys if they see things differently. Good luck
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