Conditions for Winning a Depreciation Case and Things to Consider

What is a Depreciation Case?

A depreciation case is a legal process filed to compensate for the decrease in market value of your vehicle due to a traffic accident.

Conditions for Filing a Case

1. Fault Status

The other party must be at fault or at least have a share of fault.

2. Documented Damage

Damage must be documented with accident report and repair invoices.

3. Expert Report

A depreciation report prepared by an independent expert forms the basis of the case.

Critical Points to Consider

• Take photos before leaving the accident scene
• Note witness information
• Don't miss the 2-year statute of limitations
• Check if original parts were used

Case Process

The average case duration varies between 6-12 months. This period may be extended depending on the court's workload.