What Happens If My Car Is Totaled In An Accident?

Hello I’m Attorney Michael Gobaud from Adam S. Kutner, Injury Attorneys

We are frequently asked: What happens if your car is totaled in an accident?

If your car was significantly damaged in an accident, the first thing you’ll need to do is get an official estimate of repairs from the body shop that you can send to your insurance company. The insurance company will then determine if your car is totaled.

If your car is in fact totaled, we will work with you to evaluate your insurance coverage. Generally speaking, the insurance company will pay you for the value of the vehicle minus your deductible. The exact amount will depend on what kind of insurance coverage you have and who was at fault for the accident.

Even if you have insurance that pays for your totaled vehicle, don’t forget about your rights under Nevada law. Because Nevada is an “at-fault” state, the driver who is responsible for the accident must pay the victim for their losses either directly or through their insurance policy.

Our team of experienced car accident attorneys can help guide you through this process step by step.

For more information on what to do if you’ve been in an accident, visit our website or contact us today - [phone].