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Craig Allen Dernis

Your Car accident Attorney

Craig Allen Dernis is the founder and managing attorney of The Collision Law Center in Hollywood, Florida, a law firm dedicated exclusively to property damage claims arising from motor vehicle accidents. With over 25 years of legal experience, Mr. Dernis has represented thousands of accident victims and recovered millions of dollars in diminished value compensation for his clients.

Notable Achievements

  • Over $6 Million Recovered: Secured more than $6 million in diminished value compensation on behalf of vehicle owners
  • Thousands of Clients Represented: Has guided over 10,000 individuals through complex insurance disputes
  • Industry Referrals: Receives regular referrals from prominent personal injury law firms for property damage expertise.

Bar Admissions

  • The Florida Bar, Member in Good Standing (Bar No. 96318), admitted 1996.
  • Licensed to practice before all state courts in Florida and routinely collaborates with leading personal injury firms statewide.

Education

  • Undergraduate Education: Bachelor of Science, University of Florida, graduated with High Honors in 1993
  • Law School: Juris Doctor, University of Miami School of Law, 1996 

Legal Career

     The Collision Law Center (2003–Present)
  • Founding: Established in June 2003 to focus on the often-overlooked property damage component of car accidents.
  • Specialization: After years of personal injury practice, Mr. Dernis recognized that insurance companies frequently short-changed clients on vehicle damage claims and pivoted to exclusively handle diminished value, loss of use, and total loss claims.
  • Reputation: Highly rated on Yelp for responsive service and clear communication, consistently earning five-star reviews.
 

Areas of Practice

  • Diminished Value Claims (post-repair depreciation)
  • Loss of Use Compensation (rental car and transportation costs)
  • Total Loss Valuation (insurance settlements exceeding repair cost thresholds) 
  • Car Accident Litigation (negotiation and courtroom advocacy)

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