Diminished Value Appraisal in
Wisconsin
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Filing A Diminished Value Claim In Wisconsin
If you were in an auto accident caused by another person in the state of Wisconsin, you have a right to file a diminished value claim. A previously damaged vehicle is less valuable compared to a similar vehicle with a clean history. Fortunately, you can recover this lost value through a diminished value claim if you weren’t at-fault.
Wisconsin diminished value law
Wisconsin allows drivers to file a diminished value claim if the accident was not their fault. The statute of limitations for diminished value claims in Wisconsin is six years from the date of loss. Claims are submitted to the at-fault driver’s insurance company.
Hellenbrand v. Hilliard, 2004 WI App 151
Court of Appeals of Wisconsin
Filed: July 8th, 2004
Precedential status: Precedential
The rules for measuring damages for loss of personal property are governed by concepts designed to make the owner whole for losses caused by another’s negligence.
The legal system aims to restore the injured party to the position they would have been in if the wrongful conduct had not occurred. Damages that are naturally and proximately caused by a tort are recoverable.
The court concluded: “When a plaintiff proves that repairs to personal property have not restored the property to its pre-injury value, and the plaintiff demonstrates that he or she has been or will be harmed by such loss in value, the plaintiff is entitled to damages for the proven lost value.”
How to file a diminished value claim in Wisconsin
Step 1. Get a free estimate. Start by checking if your vehicle qualifies for a diminished value claim. SnapClaim provides a fast, no-cost estimate to help you understand your potential recovery.
Step 2. Order your certified appraisal report. If eligible, SnapClaim will generate a professional, independent diminished value appraisal—often in minutes. This report is formatted for insurance use and backed by industry data.
Step 3. Submit your claim. Along with your appraisal, SnapClaim provides a pre-filled demand letter to send to the at-fault driver’s insurance company. This makes it easy to start the claims process without a lawyer.
Step 4. Settle your claim. Most insurers will respond with a settlement offer. You can choose to accept, negotiate, or escalate the claim. If needed, SnapClaim can help you provide documentation to support further action.
SnapClaim is designed to help you recover fair compensation with less stress, faster turnaround, and no upfront legal fees.
Money-back guarantee: If your final insurance recovery is under $1,000, SnapClaim will refund 100% of your appraisal fee. We only succeed when you do.
Wisconsin diminished value law
Statute of Limitations: 6 years
Third Party Diminished Value Claim: Yes
First Party Diminished Value Claim: No
Most insurance policies will exclude diminished value.
Wisconsin Property Damage Minimum Limits: $10,000 in coverage
Uninsured Motorist Coverage for Diminished Value: No coverage
Underinsured Motorist Coverage for Diminished Value: No coverage
Wisconsin Small Claims Court Limit: $5000
for torts, attorney representation and appeals are permitted
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