You should. You didn't say if it was for a lawsuit or traffic court but if it's a lawsuit you need to get it to your insurance ASAP. If it's for court, you can't just ignore it, either way.

If you your family were hurt, you need to at least get a consultation. I suggest you contact attorney Carl Jacobson in Charleston, an attorney of great experience who gives free consultations. Tell him I suggested you call. Don't give any statements or talk about where you hurt to any company... View More

no but you may have other issues. You need to watch what statements you give--and which he gives. Do thank him for not filing charges. Thinking you have permission isn't theft--but talk to an injury attorney if it was someone else's fault and you were hurt.

If he was a permissive user, that means he had permission to use the car by the owner, or someone who had permission by the owner, he may be okay. The insurance company wants you to file charges against him so they don't have to pay the claim. If you contact an attorney I'm sure they... View More

Other illegal issues aside (drinking while driving, etc.,) If he was using the car with the permission of the owner, then perhaps not. You need to talk to an attorney and give more details but it is possible he will be ok. I wish you well.

It sounds like the insurance company along with its representatives may have failed to have you sign the release. If they ask you to sign it, I would suggest you do so. Any court will make you sign it. Otherwise, there really is no issue although you cannot again make another claim. That would be... View More

Yes, he can call the police after the fact and have a report made. If he has gotten injured he can make a claim for any injuries and the damage to his car. Your insurance company will pay him, if appropriate, and your premiums will go up a bit.

You should call a local injury lawyer and discuss your case with them. Even if the ticket was dropped, you may still be at fault for the accident in a civil case. The criminal court and the civil court are two different worlds. Your case involves a very fact specific inquiry. It is possible... View More

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answered on Dec 18, 2019

This is a very sensitive subject. It is unfortunate that you feel this way, especially concerning such a severe case. It is best for you to speak with another attorney who is licensed to handle similar cases in South Carolina.

A lot depends who was where when. Generally, you have the right of way and the person coming out of the driveway has to make way for you. Consult an attorney before you give any recorded statement. If you were hurt, give attorney Carl Jacobsen in Charleston a call--tell him I suggested you call.

A South Carolina attorney would be best suited to answer your question, but it remains open for three weeks. As a general matter, standard motor vehicle forms (depending on the jurisdiction - it's not a sure bet) sometimes contain information on their reverse sides on how to file for... View More

You may but they won't care. Save it if you go to court.

Note my responses to your other posting on the same issue. If you win you have a judgment in the amount of your repairs. You can then get the company to pay.

Note however if you have other expenses--rental car etc--they need to be included. If you were injured, you need to see an attorney.... View More

A claim denied isn't a legal finding. You need to see if there is video of the intersection covering the time involved.Do this ASAP as they aren't kept around for a long time as it eats up storage. A lot depends on who was where when. However South Carolina is, I believe, a comparative... View More

If you have collision on the policy, then go through your own and let them hassle it out. You want to get a copy of the police report. If necessary, sue them in court /small claims (depending on damage).

Yes. If you need a good lawyer contact attorney Carl Jacobson in Charleston. Tell him I suggested you call.

In some states any wage loss on the policy will cover the 1/3 comp doesn't cover. However first see if there is video of the scene and ask for a copy--explain you got cited.... View More

I'm glad you were not injured in this accident. Yes, there are attorneys who handle property damages only. But they are generally not as prevalent as the ones who handle auto injury claims. You could look up South Carolina attorneys on this site, or you could conduct your own independent... View More

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answered on Aug 24, 2019

Don’t talk to the insurance company. They are only looking to string you along until you get frustrated and give up or say something that hurts your case.

You should seek at an attorney to assist you immediately.

Your insurance. If you had uninsured motorist insurance on your vehicle that may cover you though I doubt it. Why not run that by Attorney Carl Jacobson in Charleston. He'll give you a free consult. Tell him I suggested you call.

From what you've said, I don't see why not. However if the case is as you have stated, have you told the police so that they may investigate? If the person in fact has no insurance, in many states their license can be suspended if they refuse to pay.

As to the second estimate,... View More