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I live in Florida. The accident happened in Florida. The injured person in the other car is now trying to sue me for damages
![Roberto M. Vazquez Roberto M. Vazquez](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1507132-1663008114-sl.jpeg)
answered on Feb 7, 2024
Yes, you could still potentially be liable. However, if the vehicle was stolen, that would be a viable defense. Once you've been served with the lawsuit the first step should be to contact your insurance to see if they will provide you with an attorney to represent you in the lawsuit. This... View More
She went to the emergency room the day after the accident she got ticket she went to the emergency room 3 times since the accident the last time was on 01/19/24 they did a mri and diagnosed the results as Spinal stenosis and that she needs surgery they claim she wasn't on the insurance as a... View More
![Tim Akpinar Tim Akpinar](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1223027-1537137006-sl.jpg)
answered on Jan 28, 2024
I hope your daughter is okay. There's an unresolved issue from your description of events - whether or not she was on the policy. Based on your post, you say you added her, but the carrier says she was not on the policy. That's going to make a difference in the handling of the claim. My... View More
I took a friend to a new car dealer so they could look at and test drive new cars. They don't have insurance because they haven't owned a car in a few years. Told the sales person that the most important features were the safety features (blind-spot warning, backup alarm, collision alert,... View More
![Charles M. Baron Charles M. Baron](http://justatic.com/profile-images/523153-1533939512-sl.jpg)
answered on Jan 17, 2024
First, you are not legally permitted to provide legal advice to your friend if you're not a licensed attorney. Your friend must directly contact a lawyer if he/she needs advice that he/she can rely on. General educational guidelines for the kind of issue you describe are as follows.... View More
![Terrence H Thorgaard Terrence H Thorgaard](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1490080-1447135776-sl.jpg)
answered on Jan 12, 2024
Florida Statute 316.003 (73) defines "roadway" as "That portion of a highway improved, designed, or ordinarily used for vehicular travel, exclusive of the berm or shoulder. I...". "Street or highway" is defined in subsection (89) to include any area, whether or not... View More
Carolyn parent and Edward McDowell are the injured party and hit behind back wheel passages side of car and hit again
![Tim Akpinar Tim Akpinar](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1223027-1537137006-sl.jpg)
answered on Jan 13, 2024
A Florida attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. It isn't fully clear exactly what happened, but it looks like you were struck in the rear by another vehicle. I hope you are all okay. You could try to arrange a free initial consult with a Florida attorney to... View More
she was dont found at fault and the lady that hit her, was given a ticket for running a red light and causing a accident. My wife was given a ticket for driving with a suspended knowledge without knowledge. It was for unpaid tolls. We got her license now showing Valid within one day of the... View More
![Stephen Arnold Black Stephen Arnold Black](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1523975-1692108390-sl.jpeg)
answered on Dec 26, 2023
This is a question that her lawyer should answer, but if she is not represented then she should retain counsel so that the case is handled properly and all questions like this one can be adequately investigated into and timely responded to.
long does she have to contact me?
![Charles M. Baron Charles M. Baron](http://justatic.com/profile-images/523153-1533939512-sl.jpg)
answered on Dec 12, 2023
To add to Mr. Clifton's answer, he is correct that a 4-year limitations period would likely apply to your accident, but the law recently changed to reduce that to 2 years for accidents that occur after March 24, 2023. Since your accident was before then, the 4-year period likely applies,... View More
I don’t think he intended to hit a car - but he was visibly angry and threw with enough force it broke my side mirror and windshield- what recourse do I have? He stuck around and I filed police report - they said they have to wait on state attorney to decide what to do.
He has a suspended... View More
![Charles M. Baron Charles M. Baron](http://justatic.com/profile-images/523153-1533939512-sl.jpg)
answered on Dec 4, 2023
Generally in the kind of situation you describe, you can make a claim against the pedestrian for negligence, starting with any homeowner's insurance, and if none or no coverage, then in small claims court (if claim is for $8,000 or less), a fairly easy process, but collectibility is an issue... View More
A few months ago I purchased a used truck. After asking very specific details about the vehicle history I purchased the truck. last week I had a brake failure going through a major intersection, luckily no one was injured. had the truck towed to a mechanic and he found the frame of the vehicle... View More
![Charles M. Baron Charles M. Baron](http://justatic.com/profile-images/523153-1533939512-sl.jpg)
answered on Nov 30, 2023
Sure does sound like the kind of fraud that you can make a claim for. If the purchase agreement specified it was an "AS IS" sale, that would be a defense - but that defense could fail in some limited circumstances of there being certain clear, provable representations made by the seller... View More
I plead no contest, and took the plea deal of time served (18 days).
Before the arrest, during the time in jail, and for 5 years afterwards, I was severely mentally ill (scrizophernia, bipolar disorder medications). Now I that my medication have been updated, I feel sane enough to be a... View More
![Charles M. Baron Charles M. Baron](http://justatic.com/profile-images/523153-1533939512-sl.jpg)
answered on Nov 25, 2023
Sorry to hear about your ordeal. It is possible to file a motion to withdraw a plea due to the plea being involuntary because of mental incompetence. However, due to the number of years going by and the (I assume) availability of the police report at all times, I believe you'd be facing very... View More
The passengers in the other car are suing my son-in-law, daughter, and insurance, along with the driver of the car they were in, for great bodily harm. Daughter's insurance is 10/20/10. I doubt they will settle for the 10. They have no assets, lots of bills, 3 kids. Yes, they have decent jobs,... View More
![Kimberly Grant Kimberly Grant](http://justatic.com/profile-images/869074-1701985087-sl.jpeg)
answered on Nov 3, 2023
Your daughter should contact her insurance agent and forward a copy of the lawsuit to her insurance company as soon as possible (and make sure it is received). I am not licensed to practice law in Florida, but I believe an Answer to the lawsuit must be filed within 20 days after service of the... View More
![T. Augustus Claus T. Augustus Claus](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1664706-1680212684-sl.jpeg)
answered on Oct 26, 2023
In Florida, considering employment with State Farm while having an open injury claim may raise concerns of a conflict of interest. To address this situation, it's important to be transparent and consider key factors. First, disclose your situation to both the potential employer and your legal... View More
My husband and I live in Florida. We have been seperate for about 12 years, living in seperate households. We do not exchange money between households. The personal injury settlement was because I was in a car accident. I am on a full disability, SSDI. I have been on a full disability for about... View More
![Charles M. Baron Charles M. Baron](http://justatic.com/profile-images/523153-1533939512-sl.jpg)
answered on Sep 22, 2023
I'm assuming you have a lawyer. If I'm right, I'm wondering why you're you asking this question online. Is there a problem with your lawyer's representation and advice? Is there a communication problem? If so, that is an issue that needs to be resolved as quickly as... View More
I already did a police report around 3 weeks ago but nothing has changed, this September 22 will be a year that I am making my car and insurance payments and my main concern is that it is a lease car I have 1 year left and I don't have a car, the repair bodyshop took the money and never fixed my car
![Charles M. Baron Charles M. Baron](http://justatic.com/profile-images/523153-1533939512-sl.jpg)
answered on Sep 15, 2023
You need to either schedule a consultation with an attorney or contact a government consumer protection agency. For the latter, you can dial 311, the Miami-Dade County switchboard, and say you need to make a consumer complaint, or contact the Fla. Dept. of Agriculture and Consumer Services.
![Chelsie Marie Lamie Chelsie Marie Lamie](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1522717-1659472541-sl.jpeg)
answered on Sep 11, 2023
I’m very sorry to hear of the passing of the father of your children. In a nutshell, in the State of Florida any settlement for a minor when the case is in litigation must have court approval and usually all funds over $15,001 are put into a protected account for the child. Even if the case is... View More
I stopped receiving worker’s compensation about a year and a half ago but social security is telling me that I’m receiving it still and they never removed me from their system. That is affecting my social security case. What can I do to correct this?
![James L. Arrasmith James L. Arrasmith](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1668636-1701034960-sl.png)
answered on Sep 21, 2023
You should contact your local Social Security office to provide them with documentation showing that your worker's compensation benefits have ceased. They will need this information to update their records and resolve the discrepancy affecting your Social Security case. It's important to... View More
one and half year ago I was at fault in an accident. The other parties involved is suing their insurance including me for damages. Can you help me with this case?
![Joel Gary Selik Joel Gary Selik](http://justatic.com/profile-images/130948-1554488444-sl.jpg)
answered on Aug 18, 2023
If you had insurance at the time of the crash, they will provide an attorney for you. You would only need your own attorney if there was not adequate insurance to cover the loss.
Can I sue the HOA of my building for damages?
![Charles M. Baron Charles M. Baron](http://justatic.com/profile-images/523153-1533939512-sl.jpg)
answered on Aug 16, 2023
Depends on what caused the object to fly, and on the ability of the HOA to prevent it from happening. They are not automatically liable for someone, not an employee of theirs, hurling something, nor for the wind causing an object to fly if that occurrence was not foreseeable or preventable. If... View More
![Charles M. Baron Charles M. Baron](http://justatic.com/profile-images/523153-1533939512-sl.jpg)
answered on Aug 16, 2023
Yes. However, if no one was injured, and the police are kind, perhaps they'll be willing to get the other data needed (such as your driver's license) without charging you. If they're not kind, retain an attorney.
I was the rear driver. Police report says no damages or injuries. Other driver said he was going to claim his neck hurts because I said " there is no damage" before asking if he is ok. My insurance said I do not need attorney while they investigate, but I feel I should. Please advise
![Terrence H Thorgaard Terrence H Thorgaard](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1490080-1447135776-sl.jpg)
answered on Jul 29, 2023
Until you are served with a summons, you don't officially know that "other driver suing". Sit tight and let your insurance company complete its investigation. When and if you are served with process, be sure to notify the insurance company. At that point they will get an attorney... View More
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