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answered on Oct 1, 2024
First, seek medical attention for your injuries and follow through with treatment. In order to be fully compensated, doctors will whether you will fully recover or if there are injuries that may be permanent.
Second, keep records of the accident including witness information, the police... View More 
Costco gas station, I took video and plate number of the driver
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answered on Sep 29, 2024
It’s not legal to harass or intimidate someone in a public space, including a gas station. Cutting in line repeatedly and making offensive gestures like showing the middle finger or yelling could be considered harassment or disorderly conduct, depending on the severity of the behavior. Such... View More
The lawyer wants information for umbrella. My son was not listed as the driver on the umbrella policy. We own the car. Son was on the auto insurance but not umbrella. The vehicle was listed on the umbrella. He caused the accident while he was 17 years old (now he is 18). So, Do we need to provide... View More
answered on Sep 22, 2024
The owner of the vehicle is liable for its use, up to $15k per person or $30k per accident (if multiple persons are injured). If you knew or should have known of your son's propensity to drive negligently, you could have your own liability for allowing him to drive the vehicle. However,... View More
I just received the bill from the other car involved for 21K and they want me to give 5k i recently lost my job and cant afford that amount Can they force me to pay the 5k ? And they choose my monthly payment without even taking into consideration my income status
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answered on Sep 21, 2024
It sounds like a stressful situation, but don't worry. You cannot be forced to pay an amount that you genuinely can't afford without a court order. The other party can request payment, but they don't have the legal power to decide how much you should pay each month or demand a lump... View More
How do I get the insurance or bond company to cover damages
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answered on Sep 20, 2024
To get the insurance or bond company to cover the damages, start by reviewing the terms of your insurance policy and the other party’s policy to understand the coverage limits and any repair timelines. Make sure you've provided all necessary documents, including repair estimates and accident... View More
She stopped suddenly, for no reason, and there were no cars in front of her. Or is the following driver in a rear-end accident, always at fault? Are there any laws prohibiting drivers from stopping suddenly on the freeway onramp? I entered the onramp for the 101 freeway, was travelling about... View More
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answered on Sep 16, 2024
In California, the driver who rear-ends another vehicle is generally presumed to be at fault because they are expected to maintain a safe distance and be prepared to stop. However, there are situations where the lead driver may share or bear fault, especially if they acted negligently. If the lead... View More
After the other driver backed into me and hit my car from the front left side, she drove off into the neighborhood and i followed her but sped off in another direction, then I lost her. My friend who was in the passenger seat called the police for me to file a report. Shortly after, the police... View More
answered on Sep 15, 2024
You can sue but it's a giant waste of time. You aren't injured and your insurance company will pay to repair the property damages without the time and money of a lawsuit.
California lawyer, No injuries, police report shows other person is at fault.
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answered on Sep 13, 2024
It sounds like you're dealing with a car accident where the other party is at fault, and you want to ensure your statement is properly submitted to your insurance company. If the police report already supports your claim and there were no injuries involved, this should simplify the process.... View More
I was just served small claims court papers for an accident 3 years ago (they filed one day after the 3-year mark) where I was involved in a multi-car pileup on the freeway in which I was listed as the at-fault party. My insurance provided them a settlement, however it appears that was not... View More
answered on Sep 24, 2024
Turn the papers over to your insurance carrier without further delay (make a copy for your own files). They should handle it. If they obtained a release from the claimant, the first thing your carrier will probably do is to see if that release disqualifies this subsequent claim. In either event,... View More
Policy limit agreement to my demand. The insurance claims is now asking for liens and if there's a lean with old atourney.
I said there's no leans with atourney and he has a copy of itemized billing for treatment.
Is my lien now considered medical billing since I'm... View More
answered on Sep 15, 2024
Since you no longer have an attorney, the focus is on any medical liens, which represent unpaid medical bills. Insurers typically settle these liens first to meet legal obligations, which may delay your settlement. You can negotiate the bills with medical providers before the settlement is... View More
That I would have to go to court. Isn’t that against the law? What can I do? Especially when I have been assaulted.
answered on Sep 15, 2024
The decision to press charges lies with the police and prosecutor, who review the evidence to determine if charges should be filed. If the police decline, you can file a complaint directly with the prosecutor. For restraining orders, you usually need to file a petition in court, unless the police... View More
What are the key legal arguments in Not at fault
No Insurance for my car
At fault does have insurance
My son was driving my car
My son don't live with me
My son and girlfriend are in pain
My son now is missing work
200 feet away when made... View More
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answered on Sep 7, 2024
In a situation where you were not at fault in a car accident but did not have insurance, several key legal arguments can help strengthen your position. First, focus on the evidence proving the other driver was at fault. Since you mentioned that the other driver was speeding in a school zone and you... View More
A month 1/2 later I get a text message from the other party telling me its going to be $3000 there was no police report is there a statute of limitations in calif ? There was no damage to my car his paint was on my car and my paint was on his car
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answered on Sep 5, 2024
In California, the statute of limitations for filing a property damage claim related to a car accident is generally three years from the date of the incident. This means the other party has up to three years to take legal action to recover costs related to the damage. However, without a police... View More
Week later city bill 1100 I asked Dr what am I going here they said I have not given anyone consent to draw my blood or do any type of testing and this was 3 hours after the officer left they said my BAÇ was a 1.8 after I had them check I'm pretty muched f©©k?
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answered on Sep 4, 2024
It sounds like you're dealing with a complex situation. First, if your blood was drawn without your consent after the officer left, you may want to challenge the legality of that blood draw. In California, implied consent laws allow for chemical testing in DUI cases, but there are specific... View More
Involved in car accident. Exiting parking lot to make left turn. It's a 3 lane road and there is center turn lane in yellow. I'm in horizontal positioned ,standstill before the dash line of 2nd lane waiting for the 3rd lane traffic to clear so that I can make safe left turn. There is Ford... View More
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answered on Sep 3, 2024
In situations like this, determining fault in a car accident can depend on multiple factors, especially when making a left turn. According to California Vehicle Code (CVC) Section 21801(a), when making a left turn, you must yield the right-of-way to oncoming traffic that is close enough to be a... View More
Involved in car accident. Exiting parking lot to make left turn. It's a 3 lane road and there is center turn lane in yellow. I'm in horizontal positioned ,standstill before the dash line of 2nd lane waiting for the 3rd lane traffic to clear so that I can make safe left turn. There is Ford... View More
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answered on Sep 3, 2024
In situations like this, determining fault in a car accident can depend on multiple factors, especially when making a left turn. According to California Vehicle Code (CVC) Section 21801(a), when making a left turn, you must yield the right-of-way to oncoming traffic that is close enough to be a... View More
My understanding is that before making a left turn from the parking lot, all three lanes should be clear of any vehicles, as cars coming straight have the right of way. However, your explanation also makes a lot of sense. I might be mistaken in my understanding, so I would appreciate it if you... View More
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answered on Sep 2, 2024
When making a left turn from a parking lot onto a street, it's crucial to ensure that all lanes are clear of oncoming traffic before you proceed. Vehicles traveling straight have the right of way, and you must yield to them. This means that you need to check that there are no cars approaching... View More
I'm involved in auto accident. I was exiting from parking lot and making a left turn. The road on my side is 3 lane.i was waiting in the 2nd, the middle lane and suddenly this Ford truck driving in 3rd lane from left came to my 2nd lane where i was waiting
For 3rd lane traffic to clear... View More
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answered on Sep 2, 2024
In an auto accident case like yours, determining fault often depends on the specific details of how the accident happened. Since you were at a standstill in the middle lane, waiting for traffic to clear before making a left turn, it is possible that the other driver, who changed lanes and hit your... View More
I'm involved in auto accident. I was exiting from parking lot and making a left turn. The road on my side is 3 lane.i was waiting in the 2nd, the middle lane and suddenly this Ford truck driving in 3rd lane from left came to my 2nd lane where i was waiting
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answered on Sep 1, 2024
In this situation, determining fault can be complicated, but it appears the other driver may be at fault. Since you were stopped in the middle lane waiting to make a left turn, and the truck driver moved from the third lane (the leftmost lane) into your lane, they might have been negligent while... View More
car that i had, which was paid off. why would anybody do that? one car is 30 years old and the newer car is still on a lien with the bank!They switched it from, my bank owned mind you, car just when i get in an accident and file claim. all of a sudden they wont pay a dime saying 2year prior i... View More
answered on Aug 31, 2024
Your position sounds logical, but I do see some flaws in your argument. You say this happened 2 years earlier, right? So, are you saying that for the last 2 years, you never looked at your insurance bills, and never noticed that your rates and coverage had changed? I find that hard to believe, if... View More
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