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Stop Letting Insurers Underpay Your Auto Claim

Lawyer-style demand letters that cite the exact statute they violated. $29–$49 flat — no percentage, no subscription, no lawyers. Keep 100% of what you recover.

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7 claim types covered
Diminished value, total loss, rental, UM/UIM, medpay, lost wages, personal property.
All 50 states + DC
State-specific UM/UIM thresholds, total-loss formulas, and rental caps cited in the letter.

Insurance Companies Have a Formula.
It's Not Designed to Help You.

The "17c formula" for diminished value, the $30/day rental cap, the lowball ACV total loss offer — these are tools designed to minimize what you receive.

Without Claim Maximizer

You accept the first offer and leave $2,000–$8,000 on the table.

  • Accept the first offer — it's all they told you you'd get
  • Spend hours on hold with the adjuster, getting nowhere
  • Don't know you can dispute total loss ACV or rental caps
  • Leave $2,000–$8,000 on the table
  • Don't know how to escalate to your state DOI or small claims

With Claim Maximizer

You send a statute-cited demand letter for $29–$49 and keep every dollar you recover.

  • Send a professional demand letter backed by data and your rights
  • Know your realistic claim range — not just the 17c lowball number
  • Auto-generated follow-up emails, counter-offer letters, and DOI complaint
  • Documented claims consistently settle higher than undocumented ones
  • Full escalation path: DOI complaint, small claims, unfair practices notice

From Raw Facts to a Complete
Claim Package in 4 Steps

Answer a few questions about your situation. Get a full, personalized claim package ready to send.

STEP 01

Choose Your Claim Type

Select from 7 claim types — diminished value, rental dispute, total loss, uninsured motorist, medical payments, lost wages, or personal property.

STEP 02

Enter Your Vehicle & Accident Info

Year, make, model, mileage, pre-accident value, accident date, state, fault determination, and insurance details.

STEP 03

Answer Claim-Specific Questions

Damage severity for DV claims, rental dates for reimbursement, ACV comparables for total loss, or medical bills for MedPay.

STEP 04

Get Your Full Claim Package

Demand letter, evidence checklist, negotiation playbook, and the complete 5-document escalation toolkit — all personalized to your claim.

Choose Your Plan

If you recover even $300 more than the insurer's first offer, you've made your money back many times over.

6-Month Access

Starter

$29

One-time payment · Single claim type · 6 months access

  • 1 claim type of your choice
  • Personalized demand letter
  • 5-document escalation toolkit
  • Evidence checklist
  • State-specific DOI info + statute of limitations
  • Small claims court guidance
  • Negotiation playbook
  • AI-enhanced demand letter
  • PDF export & email delivery
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Why This Pays for Itself
Appraiser
$300–500
vs
Attorney (33%)
$1,000+
vs
Claim Maximizer
$29–49

Professional appraisals only cover diminished value. Attorneys take 33% of your settlement. Claim Maximizer covers all 7 claim types and puts the complete package in your hands in minutes.

7 Types of Auto Claims Covered

Most claim tools only cover one scenario. Claim Maximizer handles everything from a fender-bender to a total loss.

Insurance claims fall into two categories: third-party claims (filed against the other driver's insurer) and first-party claims (filed against your own insurer). The tool asks who was at fault and adjusts your claim package accordingly — different rules, different leverage, different documents.

Diminished Value

Third-party claim
Your car is worth less even after repairs. We estimate your real DV range (not just the 17c lowball) and generate your demand. For claims over $5K or court, we recommend a professional appraisal.

Rental Car Reimbursement

Third-party claim
Fight insurer caps on daily rates and rental duration. Calculate your actual gap and demand full reimbursement.

Total Loss / ACV Dispute

Either party
They say your car is worth $18K. KBB and comparable listings say $23K. We help you document and dispute the difference.

Uninsured / Underinsured Motorist

First-party claim
The at-fault driver had no coverage (or not enough). File a UM/UIM claim against your own insurer for the gap.

Medical Payments (MedPay)

First-party claim
No-fault first-party medical coverage that insurers sometimes wrongfully deny. Dispute it with documentation and a demand letter.

Lost Wages

Either party
Missed work due to injuries? Calculate and document your full income loss with an employer-ready demand package.

Personal Property in Vehicle

Third-party claim
Laptop, child's car seat, equipment — itemize your property and generate a demand for full replacement cost.

They Still Won't Budge?
You're Not Done Yet.

Every claim package includes a 5-document escalation toolkit — automatically personalized to your state, insurer, and claim amount.

Follow-Up Email

Professionally worded follow-up when the adjuster goes silent. References your original demand and sets a response deadline.

Counter-Offer Dispute Letter

When they come back too low. Professionally disputes their offer, references your documentation, and makes a counter-demand.

State DOI Complaint

Draft narrative for your state's Department of Insurance complaint. Includes the correct agency name, filing URL, and your claim facts organized for the DOI's standard complaint form. Filing a DOI complaint often prompts quick insurer movement.

Small Claims Court Notice

A firm notice of intent to file in small claims. Includes your state's small claims limit and whether your claim qualifies. Insurers frequently settle before court dates.

Unfair Practices Notice

For first-party claims (against your own insurer), a formal notice citing your state's Unfair Claims Settlement Practices Act. Documents insurer conduct for potential escalation with an attorney.

What Our Customers Are Saying

Real outcomes from real people who stopped accepting the first offer.

"State Farm offered me $1,100 for diminished value. I used Claim Maximizer, sent the demand letter, and settled for $4,200. The Pro plan paid for itself 30x over."

MT
Marcus T.
2022 BMW 3 Series · Georgia

"The rental reimbursement dispute letter worked. They capped me at $30/day for 10 days — I used the tool, showed actual rental costs, and got an extra $980."

SL
Sarah L.
2021 Honda Pilot · Texas

"My total loss ACV offer was $4,500 below what comparable vehicles were selling for. The dispute letter and comparable listings got me an extra $3,800."

DR
David R.
2020 Toyota Tacoma · Washington

* Testimonials are illustrative examples of typical outcomes. Individual results will vary based on circumstances, state, and insurer.

What you actually get

A letter the adjuster has to take seriously

Every auto claim package delivers a personalized demand letter, evidence checklist, deadline calendar, and escalation path. Here's a total-loss ACV dispute letter.

Sample output
2214 Maple Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98403
April 22, 2026

Continental Auto Insurance
Claims Department — J. Patel
[Adjuster Address]
Re: Total Loss ACV Dispute — Claim No. 26-7142-TL

Dear Ms. Patel,

Pursuant to Washington's total-loss valuation standards at WAC 284-30-391 and the unfair-claim-settlement-practices rule at WAC 284-30-330, I am formally disputing Continental Auto's actual-cash-value offer of $14,200 for my 2021 Honda CR-V, total-lossed in the collision of March 14, 2026.

The market-supported ACV, the revised-offer demand, and the enforcement escalation are set out below…

Evidence checklist

What to attach — total loss ACV

  • Police / accident report
  • Title & registration copy
  • 3× comparable NADA listings (Exhibit A)
  • Service records, prior valuation
  • Photos: VIN, odometer, interior
  • Sales tax and title-transfer receipts

Escalation path

If the first letter doesn't land

  • Day 15Counter-offer dispute letter
  • Day 30DOI complaint — WA OIC
  • Day 45Small-claims notice of intent
  • Day 60IFCA 20-day pre-suit demand (RCW 48.30.015)

Names, addresses, and claim numbers are illustrative. Your letter uses your actual case details and the governing statutes for your state.

Demand letter Evidence checklist Deadline calendar Escalation path

Common Questions

After an accident, your vehicle carries a permanent accident history on Carfax and AutoCheck. Even after perfect repairs, buyers will pay less for it — typically 10–25% less than a comparable vehicle with a clean history. Insurance companies are required to compensate you for this loss in most states. They often use the "17c formula" — a methodology created by State Farm to minimize payouts — which caps diminished value at 10% of vehicle value and applies heavy mileage penalties. Real-world market data typically shows a significantly larger loss.
No. Claim Maximizer is designed for self-representation — it gives you the same professional, documented approach that adjusters respond to, without attorney fees. That said, for claims over $10,000, claims involving injuries, or where your own insurer is acting in bad faith (unreasonable delays, denying valid claims without explanation), consulting an attorney is always worth considering. Most personal injury attorneys offer free consultations. For first-party claims against your own insurer, the escalation toolkit includes an unfair practices notice to document their conduct.
After purchase, you receive an access code by email. Enter it on the site to unlock your claim package. The Starter plan gives you 6 months of access, and the Pro plan gives you 12 months. You can return, update your information, generate updated letters, or print documents anytime during that period. After your access period ends, if you need continued access or are filing a new claim, a new purchase is required.
Some claims still apply even if you were at fault. First-party diminished value claims are available in 11 states (GA, KS, NC, VA, LA, MD, NH, OR, PA, SC, WA). MedPay, lost wages (if covered under your own policy), and personal property claims may also still apply. The tool detects your state and guides you on what's available based on your situation.
Yes, in most cases. Insurance adjusters deal with professional demand letters regularly and respond to them. A documented demand letter with supporting evidence and a clear claim amount signals that you know your rights and are prepared to escalate — which changes the negotiation dynamic. Most claims settle through the letter-and-negotiation process without going to court or the DOI. The escalation toolkit is there for cases where additional pressure is needed.
No. Claim Maximizer provides informational tools and document templates only — it is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice. Insurance laws vary by state and individual circumstances differ. For complex claims, disputes involving significant amounts, or situations where your own insurer is acting in bad faith, consulting with a licensed attorney in your state is recommended. Bad faith is a legal doctrine that applies to first-party claims (between you and your own insurer) — pursuing a bad faith claim requires legal representation.
All 50 states plus the District of Columbia. The tool includes state-specific statute of limitations, first-party DV eligibility, small claims court limits, and the correct Department of Insurance for each state — all pre-loaded.

When You Should Talk to a Lawyer

Claim Maximizer is built for property damage claims you can handle yourself. But some situations need legal help — and we'll tell you that upfront.

You Can Likely Handle It Yourself

  • Property-damage-only claims (no injuries)
  • Clear liability — the other driver was at fault
  • Claim amounts under $10K
  • Diminished value, rental disputes, total loss ACV disputes
  • Small claims court filings ($30–$75 to file, no lawyer needed)

Talk to a Lawyer First

  • Significant injuries (surgery, ongoing treatment, permanent impairment)
  • Liability is disputed or shared fault
  • Claim value over $25K
  • Your own insurer is acting in bad faith (first-party claims)
  • You're being pressured to sign a release or accept a quick settlement

Most personal injury attorneys offer free consultations. If injuries are involved, there's no cost to getting a professional opinion. For property-damage claims under $10K, small claims court is often more effective than hiring counsel — insurers frequently settle rather than send representation.

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Free Insurance Claim Guides

Diminished Value Claims: The Complete Guide

How to calculate and file a DV claim after an accident.

How to Fight an Insurance Lowball Offer

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Insurance Demand Letter Template

What to include and how to structure a demand letter that gets results.

The 17c Formula Explained

How insurers use this formula to minimize your diminished value payout.

How to Dispute a Total Loss Offer

Challenge an unfair ACV valuation with comparable market data.

Rental Car Reimbursement Dispute Guide

How to recover rental costs your insurer won't cover.

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