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answered on Dec 28, 2024
An attorney in Puerto Rico could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Until you're able to discuss with a local attorney for specific guidance, in those types of situations in general, plates are often surrendered to the DMV. You could contact the DMV in Puerto Rico to... View More 
answered on Nov 1, 2024
An attorney who practices in Puerto Rico could advise best, but your post remains open for two weeks. Your post didn't include a question. But it looks like your insurance company handled matters as a first-party claim. Bases on liability, which you mention is in your favor, it's possible... View More
I am moving back to Virginia and shipping my car back there. I just had a minor car accident yesterday but I have new insurance starting on the day I ship that covers the states. Am I okay to cancel my Puerto Rican policy and still work with them on the claim?
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answered on Sep 2, 2024
In Puerto Rico, you generally have the right to cancel your car insurance policy even if there is an active claim. However, it’s important to check the terms of your specific insurance policy, as conditions may vary between insurers. When you cancel the policy, it doesn't automatically... View More
My insurance charged me my deductible but paid me in full to repair my car even though I was not at fault.
answered on Aug 15, 2024
An attorney who practices in Puerto Rico could advise best, but your question remains open for over a week. Until you are able to speak with a local attorney, the short answer in most places nationwide is that you have the right to pursue the deductible when liability (fault) is in your favor.... View More
I'm being charged with stealing the car and hitting another as I tried to escape for fear of my life. All this occured right by mechanic. I asked for video recording but only shows me leaving. Nothing occuring in residence cul de sac where this all occured. Anything you can advise on would be... View More
answered on Nov 18, 2022
The 22nd is Tuesday, and we're at the start of a weekend. You may want to repost this and add "Puerto Rico" as a heading (you hadn't selected a geographic heading, and that could result in delays with someone seeing your question) See the text, "Show More States." Nov.... View More
The person driving the other vehicle is not the owner
answered on Aug 6, 2022
An attorney who practices in Puerto Rico could advise best here, as the accident took place there. But your question remains open for three weeks. If you reached out to attorneys, they would likely have some questions about the circumstances of the accident. It sounds like it could possibly involve... View More
answered on Nov 4, 2021
An attorney practicing in Puerto Rico could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Until you are able to consult with an attorney who is knowledgeable in local laws, regulations, and license renewal protocols, as a general U.S. rule, people do not usually lose their license as a... View More
my Toyota siena has in damages 4,000 in parts alone.if i keep my van they will pay 1,5oo if i turn in my van they will pay 2,900 dollars.they ignored the police report that states he ran the red light,there are two witness.what can i do to get what i deserve?
answered on Nov 26, 2018
Based on your facts, it appears that the other driver was at fault. You could consult with an attorney in Puerto Rico to discuss what your next step would be in light of the other side’s refusal to acknowledge the police report and testimony from two witnesses. Try to find out if there were any... View More
the insurance company says if he wount admit he was the cause they would pay less of the insurance the police report states he ran a red light the lady who attened me ignored the police report there were two witness.
answered on Nov 13, 2018
Dear Reader,
Yes, he is liable. You have one year after the accident to file your complaint in Puerto Rico.
The car rental lawyer mail me to my house in Los Angeles requesting me to pay the rest of the damage because the at-fault driver insurance couldn’t cover everything. Why would I have to pay something that it was not my fault. And if I don’t pay then would I get In trouble ?
answered on Mar 21, 2018
Typically, the renter is responsible for all damage to the vehicle during the term of the rental, even if they are not at fault. Your own insurance policy may apply to pay for the damage. Also, the credit card you used to pay for the rental may have supplemental insurance for damage to the car.... View More
answered on Jan 8, 2017
Yield right of way to driver who was a) there first or b) to your right normally. I suggest you contact a member of the American Assn for Justice in P.R.--they give free consultations.
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