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Witness couldn't see why I swerved and I think 6 at no fault accidents isn't as bad as 6 at fault accidents. This was my only at fault accident. I assume that's what I am paying for car insurance
answered on Jun 5, 2021
You need to ask your insurance company if they are charging you for the not at fault accidents as some insurance companies don't care who's at fault if you have several accidents on your record. You may want to compare prices with other insurance companies because insurance is insurance.
looked in all 3 mirrors and saw nothing in road, i preceeded home when a highland park officer asked me to call Metuchen PD which I did. They asked me to come there which I did. They said I hit a parked car on SB main street and there was a witness. They charged me with careless driving, hit and... View More 
answered on Jun 5, 2021
Your past record of accidents certainly is not good, but if you have a good lawyer on your side you have a great chance of saving your license and staying out of jail. Now whether the public defender will put the work in to do this is anyones guess as an attorney I can only speak as to what I... View More
The dealership will not provide me with info on who to file a gap coverage claim with. The car was paid off by my insurance company but for $2k.
answered on Apr 8, 2021
Retain an attorney to represent you both with demanding documentation, proof that dealer forwarded premium to the carrier, and to determine whether dealer is an unlicensed vendor of insurance.
I put in a claim because I was told if I didn’t I could get in trouble but I have Collion and comprehensive coverage?
answered on Jan 10, 2021
I hope you are okay after the accident. Covering the loss could be up to your insurance carrier - in these settings, it's generally their call. Some carriers might honor the claim and some might deny it. The carrier will likely review its records to see how many times bills were sent out, how... View More
Can I use a anonymous note as a proof?
answered on Dec 31, 2020
I recommend that you file a Police Report and give the Police the note and let them decide what to do in terms of charging the person (driver). The unknown driver could be liable for the damages to your car as well as leaving the scene of an accident.
although there was no lane marking, the other driver violated
NJ 39:4-82. Keeping to right
"Upon all highways of sufficient width, except upon one-way streets, the driver of a vehicle shall drive it on the right half of the roadway. He shall drive a vehicle as closely as... View More
answered on Dec 17, 2020
That is up to the judge, but 9.9 out of 10 times it will be the person backing up.
answered on Nov 30, 2020
If you got a ticket for an offense with points, I would suggest hiring a lawyer. Most of us traffic ticket lawyers offer a free in office consultation.
Lawyer said I have to wait for uninsured motorist fund to cut me a check. Basically told me i was on a list and when my number comes my settlement comes.
The judge awarded me 27,000.
I have been waiting forever and I was hoping I could do one of those "it's my money and I need it now" places
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answered on Nov 16, 2020
I have never heard of such a thing that "your check will be cut when your number comes up."
In NJ, the practice is that the insurance company has to send the check within 30 days.
I think you should request an explanation in writing from your attorney as to what happenmded... View More
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answered on Nov 16, 2020
Did you get your uninsured motorist settlement as a "structured settlement"?
I am a college student, at the scene of the accident they drove off with minimal damage to their vehicle and the police report says minimal damage.
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answered on Nov 3, 2020
If you had laibility insruance at the time of the accident, turn this demand over to them.
If you did not have liability insurance at the time, you should speak with a lawyer about your rights.
The kid didn't have their door closed & it buckled my rear passenger door and did damage to the handle. She then pulled forward so the kid could close the door- and was continuing to back out. I then came out of the store and saw the damage. The driver replied to me" there is nothing... View More
answered on Sep 6, 2020
If the police refuse to file a report at the scene you can go to the station and tell them you want to file an accident report and they should give you a form.
someone hit my parked car on june 22nd 2020 and their insurance company wrote my car off as a total loss, but is giving me next to nothing for my car. Should I hire a lawyer to get more money out of them?
answered on Aug 10, 2020
The answer really depends on the value of the car, because remember you will need to pay the lawyer for his time and that could be more expensive.
"If the evidence so warrants, nothing in this section shall be deemed to preclude an indictment and conviction for aggravated assault or assault by auto under the provisions of N.J.S.2C:12-1."
I just want to clarify if this means that the defendant can be charged for both of these... View More
answered on Aug 4, 2020
More information is needed however, Generally a good lawyer can prevent a conviction on all of these charges and only have you plead to 1 or 2 out of 4, if you are in fact guilty of the crime. But everything depends on the facts of the case. If you don't have a lawyer get one as your looking... View More
A car slammed into me I wasn’t hurt but my daughter went to the ER with a neck sprain now I have to take the day off to take her to the doctor and deal with the adjusters and everything because I’m a full time healthcare worker and don’t have the time to be doing these things at work
answered on Jul 13, 2020
Not generally. I'm sorry for your frustration and inconvenience, but lost wages are based on injury or disability. Good luck to you and your daughter for a good recovery from her injuries.
Tim Akpinar
When I was under my car, one of scissors jack suddenly broke down and my car came down on my arm. I got injured I can barely move my arm. Do you think I can sue this scissors jack company? If so, do I need a police report and receipt when I purchased?
answered on Jul 5, 2020
Yes you can sue the scissor jack company. First get medical attention and make sure you tell them how you injured your arm. Then, Immediately contact a good lawyer.
My car was parked in the employee lot at the school where I work. After school was done for students, but I was still working, my car window was broken by students playing on the ball field next to the parking lot. My insurance covered all but my 100.00 deductible. I put in a claim through the... View More
answered on Jun 30, 2020
We are not supposed to give you specific legal advise on this site, but I would tend to agree with the insurance company.
After hitting another car , they requested not to call the police and left the scene. My car has no damage but the other drivers car has minor damages . Can she sue me after ?
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answered on Jun 11, 2020
One can easily be liable without calling the police. I'm not sure from the description if you were innocent or at fault, but it is best to report this accident to your insurgence company.
Mother-in-law is paying higher premium with car insurance because car insurance is claiming that she is responsible for her deceased husband’s car accidents. How is this fair? She was not the driver responsible causing these accidents.
answered on May 22, 2020
Not fair but you can always try another insurance company if you don't like the rates you're getting
NJ CAR ACCIDENT
answered on May 6, 2020
Yes you can be liable for any damage as the owner of the car.
answered on Apr 23, 2020
You do not indicate if you are being sued civilly or criminally. You may qualify for a public defender for a criminal matter but not a civil matter. If it is a civil matter, just turn the papers over to your insurance company which should provide you with counsel. If criminal, ask the court for a... View More
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