vehicular damage
[vɪˈhɪkjələr ˈdæmɪdʒ]
nounpl: vehicular damages
dano veicular
1. Physical harm or injury to a motor vehicle resulting from accidents, collisions, or other incidents
The insurance company assessed the vehicular damage after the car accident.
A seguradora avaliou o dano veicular após o acidente de carro.
2. Harm caused by a vehicle to other property or persons
He was liable for vehicular damage to the fence when he lost control of his truck.
Ele era responsável pelo dano veicular à cerca quando perdeu o controle de sua caminhonete.
3. Legal term referring to compensation claims for vehicle-related injuries
The plaintiff filed a claim for vehicular damage resulting from negligent driving.
O autor entrou com uma ação por dano veicular resultante da condução negligente.
In Brazil, 'dano veicular' is a critical term in insurance and legal proceedings. Brazilian insurance companies heavily regulate vehicular damage assessments and claims. In the USA, vehicular damage claims are common and involve detailed documentation for insurance purposes, often leading to lawsuits and liability determinations.
NYC Slang
fender bender (minor damage), totaled (severe damage)
Related Idioms & Phrases
collision course - situation likely to result in vehicular damage
write-off - vehicle declared total loss due to extensive damage
hit and run - leaving scene after causing vehicular damage
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