SSP provides objective post-repair appraisals that document diminished value using inspection data, repair quality analysis, and market comparisons for use in insurance claims or legal review.
Certified mechanical and forensic inspections of vehicles involved in accidents, failures, warranty disputes, misrepresentation claims, and defect investigations.
Generate court-ready reports supported by scan data, repair records, and technical evidence—organized for legal, insurance, or regulatory use.
Provide clear, unbiased expert opinions and testimony in arbitration, depositions, and courtrooms—grounded in over 30 years of diagnostic and real-world repair experience.
SSP inspects repaired areas for quality, safety, and OEM compliance to verify repair integrity and identify any remaining mechanical or cosmetic deficiencies.
We calculate diminished value using market comps, repair impact, and expert appraisal standards—supporting insurance disputes and legal recovery claims.
SSP assesses how prior damage and repairs affect resale value using vehicle history, condition, and market depreciation trends.
SSP inspects completed repairs to verify workmanship, parts quality, and compliance with OEM standards—identifying issues that may further reduce the vehicle’s market value.
Verifies if repairs align with original manufacturer specifications.
Assesses how structural repairs affect safety and resale value.
Inspects finish uniformity, overspray, and OEM color match accuracy.
Establishes baseline value using comparables and condition prior to damage.
Identifies cosmetic or functional defects missed during repair.
Provides data-driven appraisals for diminished value claim resolution.
When legal outcomes hinge on the technical condition of a vehicle, objective, certified analysis is essential. At SSP Vehicle Litigation Services, that’s exactly what we provide—rooted in over 30 years of mechanical diagnostics, ASE Master Certification, and certified appraisal experience. From RV systems to commercial truck inspections, Steve delivers clear, unbiased reporting tailored for litigation, arbitration, or insurance matters. Need expert insight that stands up in court? Call or fill out form to receive fact-based support you can rely on.
Attorneys, industry peers, and clients appreciate Steve’s detail-oriented inspections, objective analysis, and responsiveness.
I’ve known you and of your work for a few years and am impressed at your knowledge of the industry and customer oriented attitude.
Alice Vierck
Steve was instrumental in getting a case of mine settled. After I retained his services I got the case resolved only two months after his inspection…
Jason Charpentier
Steven is a young, energetic individual who is taking on the audatious task of competing in a marketplace dominated by very large companies…
William Killion
Steve knows automobiles better than anyone I know. If it has wheels and an engine and there is a problem, Steve will find it no matter how minor.
Shawn Lewinski
Vehicle evidence is some of the most time-sensitive in litigation. Cars get scrapped. Trucks get repaired. Scene conditions change. Black box data is overwritten. Retain a vehicle expert witness early.
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SSP provides objective mechanical evaluations, certified inspections, and court-admissible reports that help legal teams understand vehicle-related facts without bias. Call 618.960.4696 or fill out form below.
