Practice Area
Property Damage Attorney
in Glendale, CA
After an accident in Glendale, recovering the full cost of your vehicle and property requires knowing how to fight back against insurance company tactics. AM Legal ensures you receive fair compensation.
Fighting for Fair Value Against Low-Ball Offers
Insurance companies routinely undervalue vehicles, use low-quality replacement parts, and delay property damage payments. AM Legal has been here before: we know the tactics they use and how to counter them.
Whether your vehicle was totaled or needs repairs, we pursue the full replacement value and fight for every dollar you are owed. Because we live and work locally, we know the local insurance adjusters, the local repair shops, and the local courts. We review property damage claims at no charge and can tell you immediately whether the insurance company’s offer is fair.
What to Do
Steps to take after property damage in Glendale
Document All Property Damage
Photograph your vehicle from every angle, including close-ups of all damage. Document any personal property inside the vehicle that was damaged. Keep all repair estimates and receipts.
Do Not Accept the First Offer
Insurance companies routinely offer less than fair market value for totaled vehicles and use aftermarket parts for repairs. Do not accept any offer without consulting us first.
Get an Independent Appraisal
If the insurance company’s valuation of your vehicle seems low, we can arrange for an independent appraisal to establish the true fair market value.
Contact AM Legal for a Free Review
We review property damage claims at no charge and can tell you immediately whether the insurance company’s offer is fair.
Common Questions
Property damage questions, answered directly.
What is the fair market value of my totaled vehicle in California?
Fair market value is the price a willing buyer would pay a willing seller for your vehicle in its pre-accident condition, in the Glendale market. Insurance companies often use databases that undervalue vehicles. We challenge low valuations with independent appraisals and comparable sales data.
Can I recover the cost of a rental car after an accident in Glendale?
Yes. If the other driver was at fault, their insurance is responsible for your rental car costs while your vehicle is being repaired or until you receive a settlement for a total loss.
What if the insurance company wants to use aftermarket parts to repair my vehicle?
California law requires insurers to disclose when they intend to use non-OEM (aftermarket) parts. You have the right to request OEM parts, and in some cases, the insurer must pay the difference.
How long do I have to file a property damage claim in California?
Three years from the date of the accident for property damage claims. However, you should file as soon as possible: evidence disappears and insurance policies have their own reporting deadlines.
Can I recover for personal property damaged in my vehicle?
Yes. Personal property inside your vehicle, including phones, laptops, car seats, clothing, that was damaged in the accident can be included in your property damage claim. Document all damaged items with photographs and receipts.
The Attorneys
Personal Injury Attorney
Teni Amadian
A member of the Glendale Armenian community and a graduate of Southwestern Law School. She handles every case personally in English and Armenian.
Personal Injury Attorney
Alex Mardirossian
Brings aggressive litigation skills and the backing of McCune Law Group to every case. He handles all cases alongside Teni and speaks English and Romanian.
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