Is It Over After the Other Party Repairs the Car After a Collision?
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Not necessarily. Under normal circumstances: If the accident only involves direct losses such as vehicle damage, in principle, the at-fault party is only responsible for the compensation to repair the vehicle, with no other compensation required (including transportation costs or lost wages during the repair period). In more severe accidents: If the vehicle is significantly damaged in the accident, deemed irreparable or affecting its original performance, a claim for depreciation loss may be necessary. This requires an authorized traffic accident property loss appraisal institution to conduct an evaluation and issue a certified value loss appraisal report. Subsequently, a civil lawsuit can be filed against the other party through the court, and the court will ultimately determine the compensation liability of the at-fault party.
This issue is quite complex; it's not just about fixing the car and being done with it. I'm the type who often discusses cars with friends. Last time, after my neighbor's car was hit, it looked perfectly repaired on the surface, but there was slight damage to the engine connecting parts that went unnoticed. Later, while driving, there was an abnormal noise when turning, which almost led to a serious accident. The key is to consider the vehicle's intrinsic safety and value. After an accident, even if the car is repaired, the body structure may have been compromised, affecting its protective role in the event of another collision. There's also the issue of vehicle depreciation; when reselling, the depreciation rate can reach up to 20%, and this loss may not be compensated by the other party. Therefore, it's advisable to conduct a comprehensive inspection after repairs, especially on the chassis and safety systems, and it's best to keep maintenance records to prevent future disputes.
