What evidence is required to fully document vehicle and personal property damage?

Documenting property damage requires preserving physical and photographic evidence before repairs are made or property is discarded. Important documentation includes: 1. High-resolution photographs and videos showing vehicle damage from multiple angles, interior damage, deployed airbags, and point of impact. 2. Detailed repair estimates and itemized invoices prepared by certified collision facilities. 3. Evidence of damaged personal property within the vehicle, such as smartphones, laptops, car seats, or eyeglasses, supported by purchase receipts. 4. Towing, storage, and rental car receipts. Detailed documentation demonstrates the severity of impact and protects claims for repair costs, total vehicle loss, and post-repair diminished value.