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1 Answer | Asked in Animal / Dog Law and Car Accidents for Kentucky on
Q: if my dog gets ran over when he is in my control ( on a leash) is the driver liable for vet bills or only replacement?

The dog survived and the driver was making an illegal turn. the bill is approximately $10000.

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Aug 25, 2016

Wasn't under such control that he couldn't be run over. Depends on the facts --if other driver cited, certainly approach his company for payment of bills and consider a small claims case.

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents and Consumer Law for Kentucky on
Q: can walmart suspend me for bumping a nother car in parking lot while parking my car there was no damage.

I did not notify anyone beacuse niether car had damage.

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jul 18, 2016

Likely they can but you can use internal procedures to respond. You could also try collecting unemployment benefits arguing it wasn't a) misconduct or b) willful.

1 Answer | Asked in Consumer Law and Car Accidents for Kentucky on
Q: What happens if your auto company doesn't take payment out on time and you have a wreck?
Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jul 1, 2016

Not sure what you mean. If you have an automatic payment, it's not late if they don't take it out on time.You should be covered.Question? Get a free consult from a member of the Ky Trial Lawyers Assn.

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Car Accidents for Kentucky on
Q: We live in Kentucky. What is the statute of limitations for a personal injury in a car wreck?

We were told one year, and we were also told 2 years from the last PIP payment.

Peter N. Munsing
Peter N. Munsing
answered on Jun 22, 2016

For the injury 1 year, Ky Statute 413. However you want to contact a member of the Kenucky Trial Lawyers Assn--they give free consults. The two year medical means if you have to sue your insurance for a nonpayment of a bill. Again, talk to a Ky. Trial Lawyer Assn member in your area.

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury and Car Accidents for Kentucky on
Q: What is the usual time frame on an automobile accident to settle a case and what all is involved?
Adam Studnicki
Adam Studnicki
answered on Jan 13, 2016

Depends on the case. A local lawyer can advise based on the specifics of your case.

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1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents for Kentucky on
Q: My daughter ran into a parked car on her bicycle, the damage is hardly noticeable. The car owner got two quotes but...

one quote was from a dealership for (x) number of labor hours and two days. The 2nd quote is the same number of labor hours but three days. The 2nd quote is a "one man show", which leads me to believe the 2nd quote was written with the first quote information. I have not agreed to pay... View More

Adam Studnicki
Adam Studnicki
answered on Aug 13, 2015

Generally speaking, when paying money to settle a claim, it's a good idea to have the plaintiff sign a properly-worded legal release to help ensure the matter is settled once and for all. A local lawyer can assist.

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Q: If I hit a car and I had car insurance can their still be a possible of me going to court or jail time.

Who do I connect

John M DeProspo
John M DeProspo
answered on May 22, 2015

You need to contact your insurance company and report the accident.

1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents for Kentucky on
Q: Was passenger in full coverage vehicle covered by farm burea ins. Hit by coal truck ins. by another ins. Both KY vehi

Coal truck @ fault. I don't own a vehicle. Recieved questionare from ins. adjuster. ? have I filed a written refusal to consent to limitations of my tort rights & liabilities as provided in KRS 340.39. No I have not. Should I?

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answered on May 5, 2015

It sounds like you have what is called a PIP application. The car you were traveling in is covered by Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance, which covers the first $10,000 of medical bills, and a small portion of any lost wages. If you have injuries, I would speak with a personal injury... View More

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Q: My wife had a person run a stop sign and pull out in front of her causing my wife to hit her car. How does this all work

What insurance will fix or replace our car. I know my daughter was in a wreck and the insurance company had to settle with her. Is there a settlement involved when you have a wreck and it is the other party that is at fault. We have never had to deal with anything like this before.

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answered on May 5, 2015

If the other party is at fault, then you must submit a claim to the other party's insurance carrier. The insurance company will then either fix your car or "total" it out and pay you the fair market value. If you have full coverage insurance, you can submit the claim to your... View More

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