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CCC Information Services Inc. Signs Definitive Agreement to Acquire ProcessClaims, Inc.; Company Strengthens Leadership in Integrated Insurance Claims Management

CHICAGO--May 30, 2006--CCC Information Services Inc., a leading supplier of technology solutions to the automotive claims and collision repair industries, announced today that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire ProcessClaims, Inc., one of the premier providers of process-focused software solutions for the automotive claims industry. The closing of the acquisition is expected in the next few weeks, subject to customary closing conditions.

Githesh Ramamurthy, CCC's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, commented: "This will enable us to bring more wide-ranging and flexible workflow options to the industry. The combination brings together the two most comprehensive networks connecting insurers with collision repair facilities, independent appraisers and other supply chain partners. In addition, this acquisition further enhances CCC's industry-leading claims data warehouse."

"Our products and people, coupled with CCC's market leadership, innovation and resources provides a powerful platform to deliver increased value to customers in the automobile claims industry," said Paul Farber, CEO of ProcessClaims. "All of us at ProcessClaims are proud of the value we have been able to create for our shareholders and we thank them for their support. At the same time, we eagerly look forward to this next chapter in our Company's history."

About CCC

CCC Information Services Inc., headquartered in Chicago, is a leading supplier of advanced software, communications systems, Internet and wireless-enabled technology solutions to the automotive-claims and collision-repair industries. Its technology-based products and services optimize efficiency throughout the entire claims management supply chain and facilitate communication among approximately 22,000 collision-repair facilities, 350 insurance companies, and a range of industry participants. For more information about CCC Information Services Inc., visit CCC's web site at www.cccis.com or contact Michael Croxton of CCC at 312-229-3114 or John Harris of CCC at 312-229-2693.

About ProcessClaims, Inc.

ProcessClaims, Inc., headquartered in Manhattan Beach, California, is a premier provider of software connectivity and business process solutions designed to boost productivity, enhance customer service and deliver significant return on existing IT investments. ProcessClaims' solutions enhance and extend an insurance organization's existing IT investment by automating communication and information flow between employees, partners and their extended community.