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No police report filed. No damage to my car. Gentleman claims I injured him by striking his door and it hitting his back. Now he has pain and suffering and lost wages.
![Anthony M. Avery Anthony M. Avery](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1504903-1494520006-sl.jpg)
answered on May 17, 2024
If you have insurance, notify them today of the wreck and claim. If no insurance, expect to lose your TNDL, and hire an attorney to represent you. When served, you might also file a Notice of Exempt Property if you are not rich, which should curtail the plaintiff's enthusiasm. An Answer... View More
Someone drove their car into our building and it took out our HVAC unit/ductwork and damaged the metal building wall through to the inside. The insurance company refuses to pay the full amount - they approved the estimate we sent but insist on depreciating the value of the 5 year old unit which... View More
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answered on May 17, 2024
Hire an attorney file suit against all liable parties, such as driver, car owner, lessor, etc. If under $ 25K in damages, I would sue in Sessions to get to Court faster and cheaper. But you will probably have to try it twice that way. Owner may be judgment proof, so expect to recover from... View More
On Aug 8, 2022, my then 18-year-old son, hit a 2014 F150 while backing out of a Texas Roadhouse parking lot resulting in a small scratch/dent in the right rear along with a broken tail light. We offered to pay for it out of pocket however, the insured would not return calls and we later received a... View More
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answered on Apr 7, 2024
In this situation, you have a few options to consider:
1. Review the initial claim documentation: Carefully review the original estimate, payment receipt, and the letter from the subrogation company stating that the claim was resolved and their file closed. Check if there was any mention of... View More
Whiplash
Straightening of cervical lordosis
Two disc buldges, c4 and c5
Spinal canal stenosis
Fluid on shoulder
Panic disorder, PTSD from wreck
Future surgery/treatment cost , roughly $100,000.00. Current medical bills $13,000.00.
The... View More
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answered on Mar 13, 2024
That is a typical response from an insurance company. You need a skilled and experienced attorney.
The value is impossible to determine from these facts alone. Assuming strong liability and other positive factors, the insurance company is not even in the ballpark.
I have a copy of the police report that states I did have insurance at the time of the accident.
![Anthony M. Avery Anthony M. Avery](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1504903-1494520006-sl.jpg)
answered on Feb 26, 2024
Police Report is inadmissible heresay. Get a written declaration sheet from 2012 that you had insurance from the carrier by a policy number. Then start sharing a copy of it with the DOS's Financial Responsibility Section. If you got sued, then notify the insurance company to defend you... View More
I was driving straight on the right-hand side of the road, and the other individual in the Silverado exited a parking lot and made a left turn, resulting in a collision with the right-hand side of my car.
Both parties involved then got out of their cars and documented the incident by taking... View More
![Tim Akpinar Tim Akpinar](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1223027-1537137006-sl.jpg)
answered on Feb 22, 2024
A Tennessee attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. One way would be to continue to negotiate or consider suit. Another would be to accept the offer if litigating the remaining 20% is not a cost-effective route. The best way? That would be an individual decision. Good... View More
My accident left me with back pain and i was referred to 2 doctor by my lawyers for my injections and surgery. My case is still open and i just found out that the doctors and their companies are being charged with RICO. Should I settle or still persue the case? My litigation case is being tried in... View More
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answered on Jan 23, 2024
While the issues with your health care providers may affect their credibility, this can be addressed by good lawyering. This fact, alone, would not necessarily mean the case must be settled cheap.
My daughter was in an accident. The car and insurance was in my name at the time of the accident. The amount of the claim is $19,500 for hospital bills. My insurance covers up to $25,000 and that is what they are asking for. I do not have any assets or extra income for them to come after. I just... View More
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answered on Jan 4, 2024
You likely have a lawyer provided by your insurer if you are at this point. the lawyer should be able to advise you as to your best next step- to provide the affidavit or not- and what to include/ disclose. If you want to get a second opinion - you would probably need to show the affidavit to a... View More
Company Vehicle side swipe my commercial truck while I outside of truck and now it’s on my MVR affecting potential job since I have a recent accident
![Anthony M. Avery Anthony M. Avery](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1504903-1494520006-sl.jpg)
answered on Jan 3, 2024
Yes.. Should have hired an attorney. You are lucky you did not lose your TNDL. You might contact the
Department of Safety, but it will probably do no good without demanding a hearing.
For him to be not a fault why would he be have a problem he had a valid policy of St up yes they signed me the judge dismissed with no cost my points are still 0 and he's in jail for second revoke also to now he has never filed any claim against my insurance or he has never reported to his... View More
![Tim Akpinar Tim Akpinar](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1223027-1537137006-sl.jpg)
answered on Dec 26, 2023
A Tennessee attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week, and it looks like the accident has put you in severe hardship. There are lots of issues in your post and some are difficult to sort out. One option for you in pursuing relief here could be to arrange a free initial... View More
And didn’t make a report but now the other person made a report so I was arrested for leaving the scene of a accident
![Anthony M. Avery Anthony M. Avery](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1504903-1494520006-sl.jpg)
answered on Nov 13, 2023
Hire an attorney to prepare for a Preliminary Hearing. Also you need to make a report to the DOS Financial Responsibility Section.
Who would I submit the documentation to? I was a victim of a drug driving and drunk driving case where prosecutor wants to indict me but the accident was not my fault the driver was driving erratic driving and brake checking. I have a video where the motorcyclist was partying smoking blunts prior... View More
![Anthony M. Avery Anthony M. Avery](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1504903-1494520006-sl.jpg)
answered on Oct 18, 2023
You use your evidence to defend yourself when you are charged by warrant or indictment. Give that evidence to your lawyer you hired. You cannot prevent the Grand Jury returning a true bill.
It happened in Tennessee, and the incident was not my fault (the other driver broke the law, crossed a double line on a small two lane road while trying to pass someone.) they hit me head on and totaled my truck. Now the insurance company (hers) is offering me a payout for my truck that is much too... View More
![Anthony M. Avery Anthony M. Avery](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1504903-1494520006-sl.jpg)
answered on Oct 13, 2023
If you do not agree to their offer, then hire an attorney to sue the other driver for property damages. Hopefully the driver was cited for rule of the road violations which were adjudicated as guilty verdicts. That would make his negligence per se. Otherwise, you will have to prove his... View More
First offense
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answered on Sep 19, 2023
If your 17-year-old son has pleaded guilty to leaving the scene, it's important to familiarize yourself with the specifics of the state laws where the incident occurred, as penalties can vary. Before the court date, gather any evidence or testimonies that might be relevant to the incident or... View More
![Anthony M. Avery Anthony M. Avery](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1504903-1494520006-sl.jpg)
answered on Aug 7, 2023
Yes...but it will be difficult to track you down unless somehow LEOs have your plate number.
They gave me a ticket for reckless driving when clearly I lost control of my car on wet roads I had a intercom that you talk in and it had funny noses on but it wasn't hook-up what can I do cause they are saying this is my fault the roads were wet and it was bad out can I go to jail when I go... View More
![Anthony M. Avery Anthony M. Avery](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1504903-1494520006-sl.jpg)
answered on Jul 21, 2023
Was there another vehicle? If so, then a conviction for Reckless Driving will be Negligence Per Se for any civil suit for damages. If not, several points will go against your MVR anyway. Hire an attorney to defend you against a problem you could not avoid.
I sold vehicle in June 2021. I was just notified that the vehicle had been in an accident in Dec 2021 and it was still in my name. I had no idea they did not go get it registered in there name now they are suing me for $10,800. And I don't even know the person who was driving the vehicle. What... View More
![Anthony M. Avery Anthony M. Avery](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1504903-1494520006-sl.jpg)
answered on Jul 17, 2023
You will need a TN attorney to represent you. There is some caselaw which helps you, but your actions and intent will have to be testified to. And you may be getting sued for alot more than the $11K, which could revoke your TNDL.
My sister was killed in a car crash in Tennessee. The driver is being charged with vehicular and reckless homicide. My sister (33) did not have a spouse or children. So who can sue for wrongful death? Can it be my dad, myself and my other sister together? Or is just my dad?
![Mr. James Charles Wright Mr. James Charles Wright](http://justatic.com/profile-images/984601-1622134212-sl.png)
answered on Jul 10, 2023
I am very sorry for your loss. The statutory answer is in the below statute. I would suggest creating an estate and having the personal representative file any action. Beyond this Tennessee has a one-year statute of limitations. So be careful and don't let the time run on a claim.... View More
![Anthony M. Avery Anthony M. Avery](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1504903-1494520006-sl.jpg)
answered on Jul 11, 2023
Only a policy holder can sue his own insurance co. If the fatality was a 1 car accident, it could be very tough to make a claim against anyone. But an attorney should investigate it first. If another party is at fault without insurance, then you sue them and notify the carrier of UIM claims.... View More
It's a non mounted subwoofer box and amplifer I put in my standard vehicle myself towing company says I can not have anything. I was hit by a drunk driver and car was a total loss
![Anthony M. Avery Anthony M. Avery](http://justatic.com/profile-images/1504903-1494520006-sl.jpg)
answered on Jul 3, 2023
If it is worth the trouble, you might file an Action To Recover Personal Property in Sessions Court. You can argue the stereo is not part of the vehicle, but you might lose.
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