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Diminished value claims in West Virginia

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West Virginia at a glance

Claim against the at-fault driver's insurer
Generally recognised
Claim under your own policy
Not generally available
Time limit to bring a claim
2 years2y § 55-2-12
Small claims court
Magistrate CourtTakes claims up to $20,000 — confidence M: see small_claims_source

West Virginia generally allows diminished value only for significant structural damage to vehicles of significant value.

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