Q: What should I do if someone agrees to settle without insurance but is now threatening to take you to court.

A: more info needed.

your not working, is not an excuse, nor is the verbal representation he would settle out of court. I assume there is nothing in writing?

based on what you are saying he can go to small claims court and sue for up to $10k though the case doesn't have much value.

you would normally turn it over to your ins co on the car at the time. However, they can decline since you are supposed to turn over to them right away, and as I understand it you are no longer insured with them.

the new ins was based on your DMV record and since you didn't disclose this they quoted you a rate less than they should ....the bottom line is that if they are sincere in pursuing, you are better off paying your $2 dollars than the consequences.

however the advice might be different if there are more facts or different facts from those shared.

A: Your feelings about what is fair are not important, nor is your work status. You are liable for the amount of damages you caused. If his repair estimate for property damage caused in the collision, and his medical expenses for injuries caused in the collision add up to $1,900, you should agree to pay it. If you believe that the property damages is overly generous, then ask for an independent inspection or have another body shop evaluate the photos and/or the estimate for another opinion. When you get sued in Small Claims, you will need that person to come to court and testify as an expert. That will probably cost you.

A: Don't give anyone any money without receiving a simultaneous signed Settlement Agreement and Release of All Claims. Otherwise, there is nothing to prevent them from coming back for more money later.