As vehicle damage experts at Laird, we’ve long welcomed advancements that make roads safer. From autonomous emergency braking to lane-keep assist, Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) are designed to reduce accidents, and in most cases, work well. However, as we assess more vehicles and work closely with insurers, bodyshops, and CMCs across the UK, a…
Why Laird Is the Best Place to Work As the founder and MD of Laird Assessors, I couldn’t be more proud of our incredible team. We’ve been nominated for Best Place to Work at the 2025 Modern Claims Awards, and this recognition truly reflects the culture we’ve worked hard to build. It’s not just about…
Our clients typically establish guidelines regarding the cost threshold for repairing a vehicle before deeming it a total loss. This threshold usually falls between 66% and 75% of the vehicle’s value, though it can vary significantly in certain situations. Declaring a vehicle a total loss means it will not be repaired, and the owner will…
By Nik Ellis Only 4% of millennials are interested in working in the insurance industry, this indicates a huge talent crisis for the future. How might the industry adapt to these potentially disruptive changes to maintain a consistent influx of talent in the future? The pandemic reversed employer controlled recruitment to today’s ‘talent crisis’. Employees…
By Nik Ellis At the start of my bodyshop career, I was amazed at how easy it was to steal a car. We received regularly a transporter full of stolen & recovered cars, normally with no keys. To gain entry & start the car up we typically used a flat screwdriver. It only took just…