Q: How can I get 7/11 or the suspect(s) to be held liable for damages to my vehicle and PTSD?
My car was caught in the crossfire of a shooting that occurred at a 7/11 a month ago. My car suffered damage, and I was indeed in my vehicle the time of the shooting. Luckily, I did not have any physical injuries. I am needing direction on how and who to hold responsible for my damages.
A:
For restitution for the damages to your vehicle, contact the DA's office prosecuting the individuals who were shooting. If you don't know if charges have been filed, you can contact the police department to inquire. The DA's office will generally have you fill out and submit a restitution form requesting the defendants be required to pay restitution. Doing this does not cost you anything (other than time), but it may be a long wait before you receive any restitution money depending on how if the individuals are charged, whether they go to prison, who else they may be obligated to pay restitution, etc.
If you are interested in seeking a judgment against the individuals or possibly the business where this occurred, you will want to talk to a civil litigation/personal injury attorney. Whichever attorney you contact should be able to talk to you about who may be liable, possibility of recovery, etc.
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