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Everyone gets one space in our lot, and they know it. They had 3 vehicles parked there. 2 of them aren't even people who live with them, and my other neighbors had their vehicle parked there. I pulled in the lot not realizing they had three vehicles parked back there, and had no way to turn... View More 
answered on Jan 2, 2018
It would be difficult because you could see the way things were at some point, have stopped, and worked your way out.
Put it another way, it usually isn't impossible to back out of something you got into--it may take time and a number of small moves, but is usually doable. Put it... View More
The insurance company said it’s totaled and wants to give me 2000 less then I owe on it. Is there anything I can do legally. Can I sue the drunk driver for the additional money?
answered on Dec 27, 2017
They are only obligated to give you the average oft he book values or in Pa. they are allowed to use a computer database generated "value"
If they are giving you that money, then they are doing what t he law requires them to do. If you have a policy that provides replacement... View More
I was in an accident in the situation above. No citations were issued, but per the report, I was at fault. I was in the right lane that closed ahead. I do this because some cars in the left lane can make a left turn onto a street ahead of where the accident was. A "bully" saw me coming... View More
answered on Dec 19, 2017
he doesn't have a right to side swipe you. Not clear what he was doing. However, he doesn't have to make way for you.Suggest if you got a ticket you plead not guilty.
On 12/05/2017 my husband was involved in an accident on a Pennsylvania interstate resulting in his truck rolling over. The trooper said he might be cited for “driving on roadways lanes for traffic”. He never had him sign anything at that point. On 12/15/2017 we received a citation in the mail... View More
answered on Dec 19, 2017
Call up the court about the second citation. Make copies, plead not guilty on both. Suggest he may want to consult an attorney on the warrant if they don't agree to remove it. If they agree send them a confirming letter.
car has a dent that can be pounded out and then that area needs repainting, total of about $1400. Can the other driver have it fixed through my insurance company without getting his company involved? I would pay his deductible and don't want him to be penalized financially so don't want... View More
My auto insurance didn't cover the full amount of her auto damage. I was at fault due to me rear ending her. My car was totaled but the other vehicle I hit was driven from the scene. No personal injuries. My insurance company does have a lawyer but not sure if they are protecting me or just... View More
answered on Dec 18, 2017
If you have property damage coverage and your insurance company has hired a lawyer to defend the case, the lawyer is responsible for defending the entire case, not just the portion of the claim covered by your insurance. You are actually the client being represented, not the insurance company,... View More
These part are cheaper in other places. Can I just buy the part an fix this car myself. Not take it though the insur compay an keep from being totaled? Most the list an price is labor an paint cost..
answered on Dec 15, 2017
You can have it totaled, see if you can buy back the car for the salvage value, and see if they will lower the buy back price, but 1) the title will be a junk title so resale will be next to nothing and 2) if there are any problems, you can't get it through inspection after you fix it, if it... View More
answered on Dec 12, 2017
You are responsible to have insurance if that's what you mean. If you mean claims, only if you a) allowed your spouse to use the car when you knew they'd be likely to cause a wreck; 2) if they were doing something for your business. Otherwise you are not liable.
If you have... View More
The at fault party was traveling approximately 75-80 mph and pushed my father in-law into the oncoming lanes and then sped away from the scene. A state police report was filed and the party was found. Minor injuries were sustained and my father in-law's vehicle (2008 Dodge Caliber) is... View More
answered on Nov 11, 2017
It's always good to contact an attorney which is why I give free consultations, evenings and weekends included as most of my clients work; for an immediate answer phone contact is best. .To answer the question unless he purchased a policy with replacement value based insurance, the insurance... View More
answered on Oct 25, 2017
Assuming you couldn't avoid it the owner of the cow is responsible for your damages and any injuries. If no injuries, and you have collision, run it through your company and they can go after the farmer.
I paid the fine all additional fees and postage. Then at my hearing the judge dropped it to a lesser offense told me the amount was the same and since I had already paid I was "free to go" and wanting to make sure I wasn't missing anything or that she hadn't forgotten anything I... View More
answered on Oct 19, 2017
For the $15.74 its not a case worth paying the appeal for. You are technically correct but that won't help you if you have to pay an appeal fee which you won't get back.
answered on Oct 13, 2017
Depends what the driver was cited for, when they stopped (i.e. immediately before the hit or when you were 1/4 mile down the road and could see them.
However here's how it plays out--even if you are not at fault the other company will claim you were, and may fight hard that point.So if... View More
the car I was driving insurance didn't cover me driving the car. the insurance company says I owe almost 20,000 dollars and I am broke and no job. have made one payment tried to set up other payments but they said they were not sufficient enough. so now I think are threatening to sue. I own... View More
answered on Oct 12, 2017
A public defender is only for criminal cases. It sounds like you should consult with a bankruptcy lawyer, who could advise you if personal bankruptcy is the route to go.
My parents who are Florida residents were in PA visiting friends, and one evening they were stopped at a construction zone on a highway, and was rear-ended by a PA resident/driver. My parents insurance is State Farm, the other driver is insured by Progressive. State Farm insisted that they would... View More
answered on Oct 1, 2017
You need to repost this question under Pennsylvania tab as the accident occurred there and Pennsylvania law will apply.
I was driving south and a truck carrying stone was driving north, when I went he went by me, rocks pelleted my car with stones and broke my windshield and damaged the hood.
answered on Sep 25, 2017
They should acknowledge responsibility. However, if they do not, you would have to submit this to your own insurance, or, if you do not have adequate coverage, you would have to sue them.
since i don't have collision on my insurance and i have limit tort, what can i do to have my car fixed without paying money?
Adds on: i just called the police, they told me there was no police report because no one was hurt and no one's car been towed by police. How do i know who... View More
answered on Sep 13, 2017
If the other driver was at fault, you can demand that his insurance company pay or, if it does not, sue him. If the other driver was not at fault, there is nothing you can do.
We have been helping him for two years, at least 5 doctors Pittsburgh and Cleveland Clinic can't find answer. Last Dr thinks it is ligaments near brain stem. He was tested by disability and said he can go back to work. I have been a nurse 40 years and some days he can't walk etc what... View More
answered on Sep 12, 2017
You need to contact an attorney. If he has one for the crash contact that lawyer. Have his doctor review the disability doc's findings. General advice is he has to show up, try, then let work send him home or he says he has to see the doctor. Cruel, but that's the power Congress gave... View More
answered on Sep 5, 2017
There isn't one for grass clippings. There is one for rubbish etc. However depending on the amount--i.e. dumping a lawn mower bag vs just mowing beside the road and discharge chute blows clippings on the road--it may be a violation if you dump but not if it's just the amount blown by a... View More
The worker admitted they were small rocks than I spoke to his supervisor he said that did not happen
Than left when I called the police. I have pictures of his truck and have the name of the company. I waited an hour for the police to come, never showed. What can I do? Was simply driving home
answered on Sep 3, 2017
Get an estimate, make a copy, send it to the company; file a police report. If your collision pays it they will go after them but assuming you have a $500 deductible that's not worth it.
I was in an accident on August 19th,2017. I somehow rear ended someone. I don't remember how but i remember the impact. I was sent to the er. The other person refused the ambulance. I sustained injuries and car damage. His small truck flipped on its top with minimal damage. The officer... View More
answered on Sep 3, 2017
You plead not guilty. Spelling errors aren't critical. He has to show a witness stated your speed.
If you hit badly enough to flip a vehicle, some ticket's going to come out of it. Sorry, but you have to realize you rear end someone you will be at fault for something. So plead... View More
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