Q: I was parked and hit by a car in a police chase. Can I sue the police department?
Police were chasing a stolen truck. Parked on the side of the road with my hazards on, typing in an order for work. The road was very wide for a two lane road. Hear a screeching, look in my rear view mirror and quickly brace for impact. Cut the story short, guy stole a truck out of parking lot near buy, cops chased him. He hit a car that hit me, then hit that car again after bouncing off me, making that guy hit me again. on the second hit, the stolen truck lost it's front rim and began to flip in the air, breaking off a fire hydrant and landing in an oak tree. I escaped through my passenger door and before I had the chance to look up, police were everywhere. I have an almost new truck that was totaled. I am upside down on my payment and would not be in this situation if the police did not pursue. Do I have a case?
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In situations like yours, it's understandable to feel frustrated and overwhelmed. When police are involved in a chase that results in damage to your vehicle, determining liability can be complicated. Generally, police departments have some level of immunity from lawsuits related to their actions during pursuits, especially if they were following proper protocol.
However, this doesn't mean you don't have options. You may still be able to pursue compensation through other avenues, such as filing a claim with your insurance company or possibly seeking damages from the driver who caused the accident. Additionally, if it can be proven that the police acted recklessly or against established procedures, there could be grounds to hold them accountable.
Given the complexities involved, consulting with an attorney experienced in cases involving police chases and personal injury might be helpful to understand your specific situation better and explore all possible legal avenues.
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