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Q: Can I sue owner of stolen car that totaled my car if keys were left in his car?

Car was not reported stolen at time of accident. Driver had keys in his possession-did not leave scene. Owners insurance will not cover loss of my vehicle.

Adam Studnicki
Adam Studnicki
answered on Nov 13, 2015

You can try. Talk to a local lawyer.

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Q: My ex and I got into a heated discussion i was in my car trying to leave and he was outside my car he wouldnt let me go

Once o thought he was out the way I proceeded to leave and may have ran over his foot am I at fault?

Robert Jason De Groot
Robert Jason De Groot
answered on Sep 25, 2015

Well, it sounds like you might be at fault, but what came of this?

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Q: My daughter stole my car and wrecked it. I only have liability. Will it cover?
Adam Studnicki
Adam Studnicki
answered on Jul 31, 2015

Maybe. Depends on the policy. Many policies cover only permissive drivers, but that typically applies to liability. If you have collision coverage, you might be okay. But read the policy and check with a local lawyer to be sure.

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Q: Can a car rental co collect the collision waiver costs after a car has been returned. They somehow didnt run my card.
Adam Studnicki
Adam Studnicki
answered on Jul 21, 2015

If you agreed in the contract to buy it, they can probably collect it.

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Q: I was involved in accident in Alabama, I am living in North Carolina with Florida D.L. Where should I hire attorney?

I was involved in an accident in Alabama (tractor trailer involved) in May. I was traveling to North Carolina (where I mostly reside) but my license/registration/insurance is from Florida. Can I still hire an attorney here in North Carolina? Or do I need to hire an attorney in Florida? Also, one of... View More

Adam Studnicki
Adam Studnicki
answered on Jul 14, 2015

If a lawsuit is filed, it will likely have to filed in Alabama. You can hire an Alabama lawyer, or a non-Alabama lawyer licensed in Alabama, or a non-Alabama lawyer who would have to co-counsel with an Alabama lawyer.

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Q: Im from fault state.in got in an accident here in my state by somebody from no fault state which was they fault

They took full responsibility in i wanna know do i contact the insurance on report in can i ask for a copy of there policy

Adam Studnicki
Adam Studnicki
answered on May 29, 2015

Generally speaking, your claim is against the other driver and their insurance should handle it if they were at fault. Talk to a NC injury lawyer about your case. Most injury lawyers offer free consultations.

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Q: what can i do if i got into a wreck because of a ditch that had no marks an u couldnt see it?

i was in my car drove down a road that was a dead end i reached the culd a sac an was turning around an next thing i knew my car was in a 4ft ditch there was no markings an you couldnt see it, someone who seen it happen an pulled my car out even said it was a dangerous ditch an he has to pull... View More

Nathan Hull
Nathan Hull
answered on Dec 15, 2014

There could be a claim against the party that owns or maintains the property. Whether it is worth suing depends on the damages you sustained. The costs for this type of action will probably be higher due to the need for expert testimony.

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Q: Uninsured Motorist Insurance Coverage & Laws

Recently in a wreck driving the car of my recently deceased boyfriend. Was not aware that the insurance had terminated two days earlier. Should my insurance cover this cost?

Nathan Hull
Nathan Hull
answered on Oct 23, 2014

It would be helpful to know who was at fault in the accident. If no one else was at fault, it could be difficult to get coverage under those circumstances.

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Q: Should I hire a traffic lawyer in Greenville, SC where the incident took place or one in Charlotte, NC where I live?
Rachel Lea Hunter
Rachel Lea Hunter
answered on May 9, 2014

A lawyer where you live cannot help you in Greenville,SC unless the lawyer is also licensed to practice law in SC. You need a traffic attorney in Greenville SC if you are charged with a traffic offense there. Your place of residence is not relevant.

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Q: Do certain types of minor car accidents, no other cars involved, get a court case dismissed?

Car accident, passed stop sign, no other vehicles involved, first offense

Brian F Davis
Brian F Davis
answered on Jan 24, 2013

Generally, if there were no other cars involved, and you ran a stop sign, the case should get dismissed. Most stop sign charges arise out of an officer actually seeing you run the stop sign. Here, the officer has no first hand knowledge of your running the stop sign. To play it safe, I would hire a... View More

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Q: 16 year-old daughter rear ended someone due to sun blinding her & defroster not working. Do I need to go to court?
Drew Barnett
Drew Barnett
answered on Oct 29, 2012

Since your daughter rear ender someone else, sounds like your daughter is probably at fault for the accident. You should speak with your insurance company first. If a claim is filed against her, your insurer will likely provide counsel to defend the claim (at least up to amount of your policy... View More

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Q: Was in a car wreck on May 25th when the other person totaled mine. Can I still sue for a new one?
Timothy J. Deffet
Timothy J. Deffet
answered on Aug 31, 2012

I am sorry to hear of your accident. I would immediately contact a North Carolina attorney if that is where the accident occurred. Make sure that you file a police report with your version of the accident, get the names and phone numbers of any witnesses, and make sure that if the defendant was... View More

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