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California Vehicle Code Section 22524.5

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(a) Any insurer that is responsible  for coverage for
ordinary and reasonable towing and storage charges under an
automobile insurance policy to an insured or on behalf of an insured
to a valid claimant, is liable for those charges to the person
performing those services when a vehicle is towed and stored as a
result of an accident or stolen recovery.  The insurer may discharge
the obligation by making payment to the person performing the towing
and storage services or to the insured or on behalf of the insured to
the claimant.
   (b) Any insured or claimant who has received payment, which
includes towing and storage charges, from an insurer for a loss
relating to a vehicle is liable for those charges to the person
performing those services.

Last modified: January 12, 2009