Third-Party DV Recoverable
75%
5 years for property damage
Available in most policies
Diminished Value in Virginia
Third-Party DV Recoverable
Contributory negligence state — must be 0% at fault
Long statute of limitations
Strict standard requires clear liability
Virginia follows pure contributory negligence. If you are found even 1% at fault, you cannot recover any damages. However, the 5-year statute of limitations gives you time to build a strong case.
Body Shop Appraisals in Virginia
Right to Appraisal (RTA) for Repair Disputes
Dense metro area (DC/MD/VA) means competitive body shop market
Contributory negligence makes proper documentation critical
Body shops can help customers invoke the appraisal clause
OEM parts and ADAS calibration should be included in estimates
Cities & Towns We Serve in Virginia
Hyper-local auto damage appraisal services across Virginia
National Appraisers provides total loss appraisals, diminished value claims, and body shop Right to Appraisal (RTA) services throughout Virginia. Click on any city below for location-specific information.