Appomattox is a short drive east of Lynchburg on US 460, so Geoff can usually inspect your vehicle in person, at home, at work, or at the repair facility.
Appomattox is the county seat of Appomattox County and home to Appomattox Court House National Historical Park, where Lee surrendered to Grant on April 9, 1865. Much of the driving here is two-lane and rural, and US 460 carries a steady mix of cars, pickups and commercial trucks.
A deer strike is usually not a diminished value claim, because there's no at-fault driver to claim against. But if your own insurer's repair estimate looks low, the appraisal clause in your policy can help settle the amount.
Three sides to every claim. I've worked all of them. Geoffrey C. Albach has spent 33 years in the industry as an independent appraiser, a former insurance staff adjuster, and a collision repair operations director.
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Usually, yes. Appomattox is close to our Lynchburg base, so in-person inspections are routine.
Usually not, since there's no at-fault driver. If your insurer's estimate is low, the appraisal clause in your policy may help.
Generally yes, against the at-fault driver's insurer. Virginia courts allow loss in market value in addition to repair cost (Averett v. Shircliff, 1977).
General information, not legal advice. Talk to a Virginia attorney about your specific claim.
Carriers and claims firms needing field appraisals in the Appomattox, VA area can see our insurer services or, for insurers only, use the insurer claim assignment form.
Call or text Geoff at 434-665-6059. Lynchburg, VA.
