Discovery
Physical and Site Discovery
Vehicle inspections document crush damage, component condition, tire and brake wear, restraint system deployment, and lighting. They typically include download of event data recorder information.
Joint inspections with all parties present are standard.
Alternative Names:
Vehicle Examination, Auto Inspection
Why it Matters?
Event data recorder download is the component that requires the most planning, since the data can be lost through battery disconnection, repair, or salvage processing and the download requires specific equipment and expertise. Preservation demands should reach the vehicle before it is released to salvage, which frequently happens within days. Joint inspection protocols prevent later disputes about whether one party altered the evidence.
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