REPAIR AUTHORIZATION NEW YORK STATE REPAIR SHOP REGISTRATION 7117916
As it is my right according to Section 216.7 of New York State Insurance Law to use the total amount of my insurance claim settlement as I wish, I authorize the following: In the event of deficiencies in labor rate. amount of labor hours or necessary procedures not covered in my insurance settlement, 1 authorize Cole's Collision to use its professional judgment as to the parts replacement and or labor charges to produce the highest quality repair at Cole's Collision's posted labor rates. 1 understand that Cole's Collision's final invoice for repair of my vehicle may not match that of the insurance companies estimate as to parts, labor or procedures used to repair my vehicle. I understand that part prices are based upon recent motor guides but may vary from prices listed due to currency fluctuation or varying supplier costs. I understand that repair techniques employed are based upon Cole's Collision's judgment as to the best means of effecting a high-quality repair, and that Cole's Collision labor charges are based upon hourly time allowances as given in the industry flat rate manuals, and their experience, and may be more or less than the amount of actual time. I understand that all Cole's Collision's estimates and final invoices are based on flat rate hours as is customary in the industry, not actual time spent on the repairs. I understand that a flat rate hour is a unit of time given for a certain repair operation and that actual time spent on a repair operation can vary greatly from the flat rate time given to a labor procedure depending on technician experience and equipment employed. Permission is hereby granted to perform diagnostic and road testing of the vehicle on local highways and streets. Cole's Collision is not responsible for loss or damage to vehicle or its contents due to fire. earthquake, theft or any other cause beyond Cole's Collision control. I authorize the above-mentioned Insurance Company to issue payment directly to Cole's Collision Center. All repairs must be paid in full before release of vehicle, via properly endorsed insurance check, bank check, certified check or cash. Vehicles on Cole's Collision premises not under repair are subject to $85.00 outside or $85.00 inside storage fee per day. This includes vehicles deemed to be a total loss by insurance companies, vehicles estimated but not subsequently repaired by Cole's Collision, or vehicles left more than seven days after completion of repairs. Money paid out to cover towing, storage or sublet charges may also be necessary. Vehicles towed in or driven in, then deemed a total loss, or moved to another location for any reason by customer or Insurance Company may be subject to admin, lot, debris cleanup charges or estimate fees. Any labor, towing or lift inspection fees must be paid before a vehicle leaves Cole's Collision. Prior written notice must be given if returned of used or damage parts are desired by customer.