Generally, there is nothing to prevent you from doing this but I would not advise fixing the car before letting them see the car and getting pictures. Further, if the other vehicle is at fault, then generally they will fix your car and get you in a rental car without you having to go out of pocket. You are even allowed, generally, to have the car fixed at any shop that you like, although it is common for insurance companies to try to push you towards their “pro” shops where they have pre arranged discounts. The other concern is that if you were to get the car fixed and not get pictures, if you were injured and if the pictures would be helpful for your injury case, then that advantage would be gone.
If you have been injured in an accident where you believe the other car, please call Drucker Law Offices for a free consultation at 561-483-9199 (Boca Raton Main office), 561-967-3840 (Lake Worth satellite office) or 954-755-2120 (Coral Springs satellite office) or 305-981-1561 (Miami satellite office). The law firm works on a contingency fee basis which means I only charge fees if I recover money for you. It is a free consultation at any of our offices or at your home, your doctor office or at the hospital if necessary. I will help you get your car fixed or totaled out, when I am representing you for injuries from a car accident.
It is important to note that every case is different and unique and should be judged based on the specific facts. The discussion in this blog is intended to be general in nature and should not to be construed as specific for your case, as a minor difference in the facts of the case could completely change the result. Also, this blog is, as the web site suggests, based on Florida law and the laws of any other states or even another country could vary drastically from Florida. Please feel free to call with your questions, as I offer a free consultation.
