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This is in the state of Arkansas. The bank I have my car loan through took the excess money ($8500) my car insurance company gave me and applied it to my remaining car loan balance. Is that legal?
Pedestrian ran out in front of motorist and almost jumped over car, but landed on windshield on passenger side, minor injuries, but wants motorist to pay, incident happened almost 2wk ago but no report was made
answered on Aug 3, 2015
One option is for motorist to report it to insurance and let them handle. A local lawyer can advise.
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The damage was superficial and the emts cleared everyone of injury.
I am 22 and I was under my grandmothers insurance. I was in a car accident that caused personal injury (so they say) to the other driver. I am going to court to get the ticket off of my record then I will have to get my own insurance. Will my new insurance company see the accident even if it is... View More
answered on May 29, 2015
They may have access to insurance industry databases and find out about it. Be well.
answered on Jun 9, 2014
Contact the insurance company you had at the time of the accident.
answered on Aug 31, 2012
No, they should still have to prove fault if you injured someone or their car was damaged. However, most states require auto liability insurance and you may be charged for a case in court on that basis. Consult an attorney where the accident happened ASAP.
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