According to this article we found. California Labor Union is against the controversial Prop 17. They believe it will raise the cost of auto insurance on Californians. Click here for the story.

In this article, California Insurance Commissioner, Steve Poizner accuses Mercury Insurance of 35 code violations and possibly overcharging customers. Click here for the link to the story we  found.

In this video, the concern about the use of Aftermarket parts is highlighted again as this is now being seen in media stories around the country. Click here for the story and video.

In Maryland, the state senate voted to increase BI liability Limits to 25/50 in the state. This would effectively cause insurers to raise raises. Click here for the article we found.

In this chart, the total loss breakpoint is shown for a 16 month period. ( The breakpoint is the value where the vehicle is then placed into the total loss category.)

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In this article we found,  it discusses how to handle a flood loss to an auto and what can be done. If the water goes above the bottom of the dash, most insurers total out the vehicle. Click here for the article.

Where were most vehicles inspected for auto claims processed through AutoClaims’s Directlink during the 1st quarter of 2010? See the chart below.

According to data from AutoClaims Direct’s DirectLink.  Labor rates nationally appear to be on a slight downward trend. This is a national perspective and of course certain regions vary greatly.

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