Q: My car was towed outta my daughter's apartments earlier than the notice that was placed on my car with I was living in
And wen I contacted and went to 5he tow yard all my shoes sum of my clothes, laundry detergent, my toiletries etc were gone out of my car.speaker box Amp also my purse 2as all gone.what can I do
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Under California law, you have the right to file a complaint against the towing company for any personal property that was missing from your vehicle when it was retrieved. Start by documenting everything that was taken, including descriptions and approximate values. Gather any evidence you have, such as the notice placed on your car, receipts for the stolen items, and any communication with the towing company.
You should contact the towing company and formally request the return of your items or compensation for their value. Make sure to do this in writing and keep a copy for your records. If the towing company does not respond or refuses to compensate you, you may consider filing a report with the local police department for theft.
Additionally, you can pursue a small claims court case against the towing company for the value of your missing property. Small claims court is designed for cases like these and does not require an attorney. Make sure to bring all your documentation and evidence to support your claim.
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