I was driving home from the grocery store with my six month old. It was during rush hour and it was heavy traffic I guess he didn't see me while he was trying to cut through traffic.I was out of work because I just had a baby in February I couldn't afford car insurance. I go back to work... View More
answered on Sep 6, 2017
You should seek the advice of one of the many law firms that specialize in auto accident recovery. But because you didn't have insurance, you wouldn't be able to recover anything under Mini-tort, and would likely be out of luck on recovering anything for damages to your car.
Bay County, Mi
It was a single vehicle accident in a Thunderstorm, and cop told tow truck driver he "didn't want to get wet again".
answered on Jul 12, 2017
If you got the ticket you plead either guilty or not guilty. Who hands it to you means nothing. Focus on the real issues.
Does this mean I no longer can file another lawsuit for economic damages? I was not advised of the differences and now I'm coming to the end of my 3 years on no fault benefits PIP at least my wage loss and replacement services and soon this will stop. So now I will not be able to perform or... View More
answered on Jul 11, 2017
Typically, when there is a settlement, there is a general release signed which ends up releasing the at-fault driver and insurance company from any further liability. You may want to consult with an attorney in your area to see if you truly waived all of your legal rights. Good luck.
Also I went to hospital to get checked out next day because my back and neck are messed up. This was 2 wks ago. By back is still killing me. Not sure what i can do
answered on May 31, 2017
If you have not already, you need to make a claim with your own insurance company. Some policies will pay for a rental car while your vehicle is being repaired. Also, if you sustained injuries, you can make a claim against the at-fault driver to recover compensation for those injuries.
I was the driver. I was uninsured. The person suing was my passenger. Will my giving the deposition possibly cause me to be sued & held financially responsible? At this point the claim is to MICHIGAN ASSIGNED CLAIMS PLAN.
answered on May 1, 2017
It is a little unclear what your question is. A Subpoena is a Court Order for you to appear for the deposition. If you fail to do so, the person that issued the subpoena can ask the Court to schedule a Show Cause hearing wherein you would have to explain why you should not be held in contempt of... View More
We are still in the obtaining all of the MRI's from the hospitals and so forth, but I am searching for a good personal injury attorney.
answered on Mar 7, 2017
A good personal injury lawyer can help get all the necessary records, help make sure you get all the benefits from your own insurance company and pursue the clam against the at-fault driver.
Cop used injury code stating "Any suspected minor injury that is evident to others at the scene" rather than "Any possible injury that is reported or claimed". The person in the accident had no bruises or evidence of any injury. Could this harm my case in the future and should... View More
answered on Feb 23, 2017
police won't correct that type of minor detail. Also, I don't see the difference. Let your car insurance worry about it.
answered on Feb 8, 2017
Not when filing but yes it's a limit. Contact a member of the Michigan Assn for Justice--they give Free consultations. If you look at your policy you have selected a certain amount. The other person also has an amount they set.
However in most states the filing amount is either a... View More
I am fostering a dog. I have had it longer than the owner and it is at the vet under my name. She comes from a home with small children and she can be snappy at times. The reason why I am fostering her is because the owner at the time could not support her. I worry about her health and safety with... View More
answered on Nov 11, 2016
No. Work something out with the owner. Sounds like they are relying on the bond you have formed to get a free ride.
answered on Oct 5, 2016
No. Makes sense for them to stay but only person that has to be there is the driver.
answered on Sep 19, 2016
Not sure about "loss of use" bill. That sounds like a cockamamie overreach by car rental companies. Turn it over to your insurance and let them handle it. If it's hit and run their coverage should kick in as it had nothing to do with you (I assume you reported it to the police). If... View More
We happened to do this with a fence in our yard, enterprise didn't ask many question when we first picked it up cause dealer was footing the bill(so they declined insurance). Told dealer what happened and they said if Enterprise was okay with it, the dealer would fix the dent/scratch (because... View More
answered on Sep 13, 2016
Don't overthink it. Enterprise local may be obligated by enterprise central to use their shop. yes, they are pigs but you can always get estimates to refute them --so maybe get a couple. You are on the hook but on the hook doesn't mean open season.
Sitting at a red light at 4AM, a teenager going 45mph hit us in the back end, pushing us through the intersection and causing $1500+ in damages to be fixed. She didn't receive a ticket and her insurance policy does not cover anything. Michigan being a no fault state, how do we seek help?
answered on Aug 26, 2016
Contact a member of the Michigan Assn for Justice--they give free consultations. No fault, by the way, applies to the medical bills. Talk to the attorney before talking to the insurance adjuster.
answered on Aug 25, 2016
The person should turn the claim to their insurance at the time of the wreck. That is what insurance is for.
2 years ago I was in a car accident wherein I rear-ended car A which then rear-ended car B. I didn't have car insurance, so I was fined and, since I was at fault, I'm on the hook for a $5,000 claim for car B, a vehicle that was able to drive away from the accident with very little damage... View More
answered on Jun 30, 2016
They got a judgment for the 5k so the time to argue it's not merited by the damage etc is over.(make sure it was a judgment).
Baisically, you have to work out a payment. A really good step would be to invest a small amount into getting legal advice from an attorney who handles license suspensions.
Customer requested to put vehicle in storage then drove it and crashed it. I took the phone call he says he never told me to do that. I did a statement with the company I worked for, now a year later he's suing. I declined a deposition but now received a subpoena from the companies lawyer... View More
answered on Jun 30, 2016
You got the subpoena because you refused the deposition. They sued the company, not you.You have an obligation to attend and testify. Not clear who drove it & crashed it. I don't see that you need an attorney but you may have other facts.
She lives with me
answered on Jun 30, 2016
If it's in her name, no. However if it's in your name, yes. Note also if it's in your name and there is property damage above the policy the owner is responsible.
The car was dropped off 4 months ago at a body shop and left. Verbal agreement but I have texts and bank deposits supporting the purchase. Also have a text stating I can have the car back, keep the money that was paid. Do I have a case to go after her for the money it will cost to fix the car
She lives with me
answered on Jun 30, 2016
Depends on your state. Here, the owner is responsible. If she puts it in your name you are liable. So look at registration.
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