These can be rubbed out with compound. No paint removed. He fell on his left hand and there were scratches on fatty part of his palm. There was no blood or open cuts. He called the police and 2 paramedics vans, 2 police cars and a sheriff car came. I was not hurt and he refused to go with the... View More 
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answered on Apr 30, 2024
Based on the information you've provided, it seems that you were involved in a collision with a cyclist in California. Fortunately, there was only minor damage to your car (scuff marks on the right back fender that can be buffed out) and the cyclist suffered only minor injuries (scratches on... View More
answered on Apr 30, 2024
Health care providers, and nearly everyone cannot charge on a percentage basis, except attorneys.
After a case settles, the health care providers might be asked to reduce the amount they are owed. It is not unusual for all the health care providers bills, after negotiation, be 1/3 of the... View More
My friend asked me drive his car, I rear-ended and at fault. After accident he told me the car no insurance, what part of compensation do I need to pay? no one was injuried.
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answered on Apr 29, 2024
In California, if you're driving a friend's car with their permission and you have an accident, you typically rely on the car owner's insurance to cover damages. However, since the car you were driving wasn't insured, the situation becomes more complex. Under state law, vehicle... View More
Owner of the vehicle was ask 3 times to exchange info but kept saying nothing happen to her park vehicle. And she didnt need to exchange information. She report hit and run to my insurance and also did a false police report because she knows better i stay to talk to her. I drive a telsa model y but... View More
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answered on Apr 26, 2024
In California, leaving the scene of an accident without properly exchanging information is considered a hit-and-run, even if the other party initially claims there is no damage or need to exchange information. Here are a few steps you can take to address this situation:
1. Contact your... View More
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answered on Apr 25, 2024
I'm so sorry for your loss. Losing a child in such a tragic way is devastating.
Under California law, you may potentially have grounds for a wrongful death lawsuit if your son's death was caused by someone else's negligence or wrongdoing. A few key points to consider:... View More
Called her insurance agent to file a claim report, spoke with the agent, there’s a dash cam video as proof that I was not at fault, the agent reviewed the video and confirmed that I was not at fault and the other parties was at fault. Later received a phone called from the claim department,... View More
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answered on Apr 24, 2024
In this situation, there are a few steps you can take:
1. Contact the insurance company and request a detailed explanation of their decision. Ask them to clarify why they initially determined that you were not at fault based on the dash cam footage, but later changed their decision to... View More
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answered on Apr 23, 2024
Under California law, there are several ways to pursue compensation for your medical bills after a car accident:
1. Personal Injury Protection (PIP) or Medical Payments (MedPay) coverage: If you have either of these optional coverages in your auto insurance policy, you can file a claim with... View More
His airbags never popped out
answered on Apr 22, 2024
I am sorry for your loss. Side window air bags might prevent ejection. Seat belts do a better job of that. You may have claims against the vehicle manufacturer, the rental agency, and/or the driver of the other vehicle (if any). This is too complex for analysis on Justia. You will need to... View More
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answered on Apr 16, 2024
If you receive a large settlement from a car accident while on Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Medi-Cal (California's Medicaid program), it can potentially impact your eligibility for these benefits. Here's what you should know:
1. SSI: SSI is a needs-based program, and... View More
answered on Apr 1, 2024
One can always conceive of a circumstance in which an insurer may deny coverage. That imagined circumstance may have nothing to do with what is actually happening to you. Even if the employer's insurer refuses to defend or indemnify you, the employer still has an obligation under Labor Code... View More
The company I work for provides transportation for many reasons for individuals and groups in a variety of vehicles. I am employed as a driver. I got into an accident that was technically my fault.
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answered on Apr 1, 2024
Under California law, the insurance coverage for accidents involving company vehicles can be complex and depends on various factors. Here's some general information:
1. Commercial Auto Insurance: If the company you work for has a commercial auto insurance policy, it will typically be... View More
I was involved in a car accident with a moped, to which I signaled to change the lane and look both ways when suddenly the moped appeared out of nowhere and hit my vehicle. The other party was not a motorcycle licensed driver and was not the owner of the motorcycle or the insured party. The other... View More
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answered on Mar 29, 2024
Under California law, your car insurance company has a duty to defend you in the event of a claim or lawsuit if you are deemed at fault in an accident. This includes providing legal representation to protect your interests. However, the insurance company's primary obligation is to its... View More
I was in a car accident with a couple of friends, my friend (the driver) was under the influence and well we were all under the influence except for one of us, we kept telling the driver to let her drive because she was sober but he wasn't letting her or stopping. Suddenly when he made a left... View More
answered on Mar 23, 2024
Ordinarily, the statute of limitations is 2 years from the date of the injury.
If you or the driver were under 18 on the date of the injury, the two years began to run on the 18th birthday of either of you.
For certain felony convictions, the statute of limitations is 10 years from... View More
Consider that the at fault driver states that the person they hit suddenly appeared in front of them,ON A STRAIGHT AWAY, and they (the at fault driver) didn't adjust his speed for upcoming traffic, but just tried to avoid the impact by turning their car hard left, overturning both vehicles.... View More
answered on Mar 21, 2024
That is a great question and should be explored because if the "owner" was still the seller and had permitted the "buyer" to drive the car before the sale was consumated then that might work. As for the at fault driver - the police will investigate and the DA will decide whether... View More
This is after knowing the car was purchased by the person the attorney represents, that they had all credentials inside the vehicle when the accident happend, including the proof of the sale, along with the property of the new owner as they also resided in the car? And that after numerous attempts... View More
answered on Mar 21, 2024
I respectfully disagree with Mr. Selik. The attorney was representing the injured party in a personal injury case. Not a property damage case. It was not the attorney's duty to preserve or protect the car since he was not hired for that. Further, it does not seem that he could have done... View More
I said "I saw a green light for me.", before I turned left. He said "I saw a green light for me.", and went straight. To my best knowledge, there were no cameras and it's just my word and his. He is claiming personal injury. I claim nothing. My insurer wants me to sign an... View More
answered on Mar 19, 2024
Almost certainly not. A review of your policy terms would have to be completed to be definitive. Your insurer insured the car for the policy period. If the collision occurred during the policy period, the car should be covered. Registration, or failure to register, does not affect the risk to... View More
Disabled homeless adult on bus. Feet squashed in bus ramp folding in. Both feet, toes, ankles are now deformed, permanent injury can't drive, swim, bike or work. PTSD. No medical records were secured. Doctor was not contacted. Small check issued by MTD insurance was clearly discussed as... View More
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answered on Mar 18, 2024
Under California law, if you've been injured in an accident involving a public transportation entity like the Metropolitan Transit District (MTD) and believe that the settlement you received was not fair or was agreed upon under misleading circumstances, you have rights that may protect you... View More
I got into a car accident, the party who hit me insurance (AAA) accepted liability after sending them my dash cam footage. I had to go to the ER, I was hesitant because I lost my job 5 months ago and I thought I didn't have health insurance. Three days later I get a notification email saying... View More
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answered on Mar 14, 2024
Based on the information you've provided, it doesn't appear that any HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) laws were violated. Here's why:
1. HIPAA allows healthcare providers to share a patient's protected health information (PHI) with third-party... View More
I got hit by a car in a crosswalk. He gave the officer invalid auto insurance info so now I can’t receive treatments and it complicates everything in my life right now.
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answered on Mar 13, 2024
In California, law enforcement officers are generally not liable for the actions of a third party, such as a driver who provides invalid insurance information. The officer's primary role is to investigate the accident, collect information from the involved parties, and create an accident... View More
Let say if the plaintiff filed a complaint against the defendant on 1/2/2021 and was never served the defendant as of 1/3/2024. Does the court automatically dismiss the case filed by the plaintiff or it’s something the defendant needs to ask the court to dismiss the case since 3 years has... View More
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answered on Mar 7, 2024
In California, under Code of Civil Procedure (CCP) sections 583.210 and 583.250, if the defendant is not served with the summons and complaint within three years of the filing of the complaint, the court must dismiss the action as to that defendant. This is known as mandatory dismissal.
In... View More
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