This sounds like a subrogation lawsuit, which I'm very familiar with. These usually come about when the insurance company for the other driver pays out because of the accident, but then seeks to recover that money from the person they deem to be at fault. You should try to speak with an... View More

The short answer is that you should schedule a consultation with an attorney handling personal injury cases. Your inquiry is a bit mysterious. Sued by whom? If your insurance company settled with the other party, they should have had that party sign an agreement releasing you from liability, and... View More

Regardless of liability or lack thereof, your first step is to get a written repair estimate, then demand that the dealer pay it, and if they balk, say you're planning to take legal action. That may or may not work, but there's no downside to doing it. That said, whether the dealer is... View More

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answered on Mar 2, 2023

If you're interested in hiring an attorney, you can search for attorneys in your area who specialize in the relevant practice areas for your potential lawsuits. Many attorneys offer free initial consultations, so you can discuss your potential cases and payment options during that meeting. You... View More

Your inquiry raises a few legal issues due to your decision to drive without insurance. One is, can you sue in small claims court (which takes cases for maximum $8,000), even though you were uninsured at the time? You probably can do that if you are able to present either a repair bill (with your... View More

Good question. That section reads as follows:

627.7288 Comprehensive coverage; deductible not to apply to motor vehicle glass.—The deductible provisions of any policy of motor vehicle insurance, delivered or issued in this state by an authorized insurer, providing comprehensive... View More

You are liable if you in fact caused the damage. Your inquiry is vague as to whether you caused the damage, or if it was instead caused by forces beyond your control, or whether you agree or dispute that it occurred while in your possession. Whether you paid them or not, and whether you had a... View More

That is a matter of the terms of agreement with the insurance company, and those terms are contained in the written policy. If the address listed for the vehicle is not the correct address, that most likely violates the policy, subjecting the policyholder to cancellation of the policy. So... View More

A Florida attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Until you're able to consult with a local attorney for state-specific vehicle and traffic law, the general rule nationwide is that the vehicle changing lanes or merging has a duty to make sure it's safe to... View More

I think you're asking if the disbursement amounts are normal, rather than asking if the gross settlement amount of $25K is normal. Either way, a lawyer would have to review the matter to tell you if the dollar amounts are as they should be. Regarding disbursements, GENERALLY: (A) the... View More

a. You should ask the local police if they can and will prosecute the cyclist.

b. The resident driver's liability insurance company might be able to sue the HOA and the security company if the carrier is obligated to pay damages to the cyclist.

c. The cyclist is probably... View More

If you have auto insurance that includes bodily liability coverage, you have the option of giving the letter to your insurance company, and they must handle the matter for you, including providing legal representation free of charge to you. If you don't have that coverage, a good option would... View More

Given the limited facts you provided, you should claim work comp benefits. You may also have a liability claim against the at fault party. Under Florida Law, you have 30 days to provide notice to your employer. If your employer was aware of your accident and that your missed time from work for... View More

Because you were injured while on the job, you have a Worker’s Compensation claim, as well as a third-party claim against the other driver, if he was at fault. Retain counsel on contingency fee, which means you don’t pay anything unless you win.

Yes, workers comp is for on-the-job injuries. You were driving as part of your paid duties, so you were on the job. But if the accident was the other driver's fault, you can also set up a claim with that driver's insurance and, if necessary, sue the driver (and owner, if different from... View More

A Florida attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. Until you're able to consult with a local attorney on state-specific insurance law, the general practice nationwide is that carriers are permitted to conduct EUOs, or Examinations Under Oath, as part of their... View More

Your husband can pursue a case against the driver and the car owner under the Dangerous instrumentality doctrine. Retain counsel here in Florida on contingency fee, which means your husband doesn’t pay anything unless he wins the case.

I assume you were sued in Tenn. If you had insurance to cover your liability, the insurance company must provide you with an attorney free of charge. If you did not have coverage, you need an attorney who is licensed in Tenn. You can try the Justia Find a Lawyer tab or contact the Tenn. Bar... View More

Your inquiry is vague regarding "Allstate's client" being responsible to pay. I assume you mean Allstate's insured (the at-fault driver), but he/she would not be personally responsible to pay unless his/her policy limits are reached. Allstate itself is responsible to pay up to... View More

Yes in Florida, the owner of a car is strictly liable for damages suffered by a third party caused by the operator of that owners vehicle.