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Sister and I were rear ended at a high rate of speed. She was my passenger. We were both injured and had medical treatment. We have decided to fire our lawyer due to lack of communication. We have also decided to negotiate with the insurance company ourselves. With that being said , do we need to... View More 
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answered on Apr 3, 2023
Those are two different causes of actions, so two different demand letters, by the respective claimants only, would be better. But you definitely need an attorney. There are tons of PI lawyers, but on a rear ender with good liability, any decent lawyer should be able to handle it. Damages are... View More
I used to valet cars for work and I had a mishap that caused 6k in damages. I no longer work there but it states I am liable for half the cost of the damages, but it states it will be reduced from the paycheck. Are they able to track me down and make me pay when I no longer work there?
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answered on Mar 29, 2023
If they sue you and get a judgment for money, then they may try to collect from you. Generally a Judgment is good for 10 years but might be extended in a few ways. As your present employer they can deduct from your salary in various ways. If sued, hire a TN attorney to defend you and possibly... View More
I went to court they dismissed the ticket. When I rented the car I had told them I wanted their insurance and it is on my agreement. I sent in the accident report now the state is taking my license and I have to pay for the other vehicle enterprise said if I didn’t have insurance they would... View More
answered on Mar 13, 2023
First of all, if you were not at fault in the accident then you (your insurance company) should not have to pay anything to the other driver. That said, what you need to do now is to notify your insurance company of the auto accident and let them review this matter and let you know whether or not... View More
My roomate was driving her car in the late hours on Saturday. We were picking up her little sisters so they could come visit for the weekend. Unexpectedly, a person blew through a stop sign and hit the driver side door. Totaling the car. The person was under the influence, driving intoxicated, and... View More
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answered on Mar 6, 2023
What is your question? You will need to notify roommate's insurance carrier of probable UIM claim. It would help if you had an ER or DR visi,t with records and bills. If other driver is criminally charged, then you might be a victim entitled to restitution, so contact appropriate criminal... View More
I was the last car and I could safely make the adjustments needed to avoid the accident but the car infront of the second car spun out of control and I tboned them who is at fault and should i get a lawyer to help me fight my case in court? Noone was seriously injured but we all went to the... View More
answered on Feb 23, 2023
You should definitely report the accident to your automobile liability insurance company who should appoint an adjuster and attorney to assist you.
Gathering and preserving evidence at this point is vital should a lawsuit be filed in the future.
It is unfortunately not uncommon for... View More
The insurance is suing me for 15,000 is there anything I can do so I can get my license back and have my neice pay since she the person responsible
answered on Feb 6, 2023
Ordinarily, the person negligently operating the motor vehicle is responsible for any damages caused by the negligent operation.
A person negligently entrusting their vehicle to another is responsible for any damages caused by the negligent entrustment.
So it depends on the facts... View More
I was told the pplicy holder wasnt in the state and he didnt own that slecific vehicle, also that i filed the wrong vehicle in the claim. I have a licture of the insurance card and he was already proved at fault through my insurance
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answered on Dec 1, 2022
There is no proof until trial. And you may have to go through one. Hire an attorney to represent you for any personal injuries or property damage. It appears the insurance company is denying liability and refuses to pay, so an action must be filed.
The lein holder is trying to not honor that amount. Is that legal
answered on Oct 9, 2022
A Tennessee attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for four weeks. One would need to see the lien agreement to understand more about the lienholder's reluctance to carrying out its terms. But lien agreements are usually binding. If you have an attorney representing you, it... View More
the contract is null/void because my insurance is paying it out. Is that legal if my settlement amount is less? Can the lien holder disregard that contract
answered on Sep 23, 2022
A Tennessee attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. This requires closer examination than is possible in the limited scope here. It could depend on the type of lien and other possible factors. There are certain liens, such as public health liens, that are subject... View More
Police report was not made as the girl says the much older other driver basically talked them out of calling. My car is messed up and the drivers dad says she’s not responsible. Am I out of luck?
answered on Sep 9, 2022
Sure. You could sue her for the property damage. Winning and collecting may be another issue. A lot more facts would be needed to assess your case. Consult a local attorney to determine your options.
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answered on Jul 7, 2022
Not sure of your question. But usually you will want to sue the other driver and/or owner for Negligence as a Property Tort. Hopefully you have service information, and maybe he has insurance. File suit in General Sessions.
dads truck broke down, left it in the driveway of someone to avoid leavings it in the middle of a public road. i walked down to the location of the car in middle of the night due to my brother mentioning the presence of flashing lights at the truck. Upon arriving walking up to the situation the... View More
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answered on Jul 6, 2022
Not sure of your question, but you have stated alot of facts on a public forum. If charged with DUI, that is your main concern. Hire a competent attorney to prepare for a Preliminary Hearing. Apparently your actions or statements caused the LEO's to think you had the capability of... View More
answered on Jun 21, 2022
Yes, it could potentially still be your fault because you are required when operating a motor vehicle to maintain control of your vehicle. In the situation you described you should have left enough room in between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you to allow yourself ample time to stop.... View More
My friend was driving when a car struck my side all airbags deployed in her 2022 Denali and it was totalled I’m confused of what to do I was hurt still am happened two days ago
answered on Jun 17, 2022
You should probably call a lawyer specializing in car injuries. Ask your friends for a referral. I am sure at least some of them have been in car accidents and can recommend a good lawyer or two. Many injury lawyers will be happy to discuss your options and will give you an initial consultation for... View More
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answered on Jun 3, 2022
What is your question? Apparently you do not have an attorney representing you, which will be the first step in most situations.
Hi, I am aware that some insurance companies calculate pain and suffering for auto accident/personal injury cases using a "multiplier" between 1 and 5 depending on the severity of the injury. In preparation for considering an upcoming offer from my P&C carrier for a claim under my... View More
answered on May 25, 2022
I don't know that there really is a multiplier- and a multiplier range of between 1-5 is pretty broad. Damages should be unique to your case- and how your ankle injury impacts you.
My car had not left my house all day I let the officers search in my car in my house he was not here he hadn't been all day. But when he went to jail eventually for his warrant they had charged him for driving that day they assumed he was in my car
without even seeing him only the... View More
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answered on Mar 28, 2022
Not sure of your question. If there is an outstanding Arrest Warrant then LEOs execute the Warrant in almost any manner they can. Obviously the Warrant had nothing to do with his driving your car.
That situation
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answered on Feb 16, 2022
Not sure of your question, but it is possible drug tests of both the driver and the deceased will be performed. THP has authority here. Driver should hire an attorney now to prepare him for the investigation and possible prosecution, as well as insurance claims.
I was stopped behind a school bus that backed up without seeing me, totaling my car. My physical injuries were just tissue injuries, mentally traumatized. I’ve had to go without a car for over a month. Metro’s legal department keeps trying to pressure me into taking NADA value for the car, and... View More
answered on Feb 16, 2022
If you believe that the other side is being unfair and/or trying to get one over you then you need to consult with an injury lawyer in your area----most will provide a free consultation so there is no reason not to contact a few, ask them your questions and then if necessary, hire the one with whom... View More
(per the crash report)...what is the best way to go about having him pay for my car's damages? The police have all of his information.
answered on Jan 7, 2022
Contact your insurance company. If you have auto coverage, you likely have uninsured motorist coverage.
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