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Of a private drive the police said since I didn't have insurance and because I was pulling out of a private drive I was automatically at fault and I am now being sued for the damages the company suing me said that I have agreed to pay the amount when I never knew they were going to sue me
answered on Dec 18, 2018
Pulling out of a private drive, a driver should yield the right of way to oncoming traffic. You mention a traffic light - and that the other driver came into the intersection on a red light. If the intersection was controlled by a traffic light then if you entered the intersection on a green... View More 
He was ticketed for straddling lanes and improper lane change. I'm I responsible for getting my vehicle repaired as I'm being given the run around by his insurance company. I was also told I'd be responsible for 20% of a rental or cab fees.
answered on Dec 16, 2018
This is why you need to contact a lawyer after a crash. This sounds like the usual insurance baloney where they try to say you are 10,20.30% at fault based on---well, it's an "accident" so it's no-one's fault (until they are trying to soak you for contribution).
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Can I still get paid for lost wages,pain,and suffering from my job.
answered on Nov 26, 2018
A worker's compensation claim recover is based upon a percentage of permanent medical implairment multiplied by a statutory amount - this is called permanent partial or total disability. One can also recover temporary disability while out from work until either a return to work date or... View More
Is this legal to allow grass clippings to be spread on a roadway by a homeowner?
answered on Sep 12, 2018
I don't think so. If this were against the law- there would be a lot of law breakers.
I was driving a commercial vehicle, struck a guardrail and debris struck another vehicle but there were no injuries.
answered on Sep 4, 2018
Possible. You can raise it as a defense. However that may have other implications. I'd suggest you discuss it with an attorney who handles tickets and points issues in the county where it happened. As you may have a CDL,worth paying for a consult.
On Sunday, August 26th, I was involved in a serious car crash. This crash involved a driver in a company owned vehicle, he crossed the median into my lane in which he hit the first driver head on in our lane, then hit me head on. We all went to the Emergency Room. In the official police report, it... View More
answered on Aug 29, 2018
I would suggest you at least seek the advice of a lawyer. There are now a lot of issues to deal with in resolving a claim. I have been practicing a long time and things have gotten more complicated in regard to liens, subrogation interests and other matters. If nothing else talking to a lawyer... View More
I merged over into a semi trucks wheel, he didnt appear to be stopping or attempting to get off on the side of the road so I kept driving. I could see I had damage but wasnt aware how bad it was. I later turned myself in to the state trooper who handled the report. He stated there was minimal... View More
answered on Aug 20, 2018
If there were no personal injuries you are not going to jail in all likelihood. There will be a fine and court costs. You may want to take a lawyer - as you may be entitled to diversion.
answered on Aug 3, 2018
Your company likely has insurance that will handle the claim. Make sure to communicate with your supervisor, employer.
Person of the illegally parked car was warned numerous of times not to park there because it makes it hard 4 the legal tenants to get out of their parking space but continue to park illegally anyway
answered on Aug 1, 2018
You are moving, he's not, it's on you. You can claim contributory negligence, that he's more than 50% at fault because it's very difficult to exit but you'll look like you want a license to hit it otherewise.
Do i need to call police after the fact or just file a accident report with DOS
answered on Jul 18, 2018
Look at the ticket. It has a statute. Talk to a local lawyer; if injured, talk to a member of the Tenn Assn for Justice in the county where you live--they give free consultations. Plead not guilty.
answered on Jul 16, 2018
Look at TCA 55-10-102 and 103. If there was property damage only. TCA 55-10-101 deals with accidents involving personal injury. You can do an internet search and pull up the statutes.
Car had no permit to park on private property, also in a non parking space. With posted signs warning of illegal parking
answered on Jul 16, 2018
Tennessee is a comparative fault state- so if your fault is equal to or greater than 50% you couldn't recover. And the opposite is true- if the other party is 50% at fault or greater they can't recover. It would be up to a judge or jury to determine who is more at fault. My personal... View More
Ok so I have a messed up background I also in suing PCC for probation or I guess I fall into the lawsuit. But this begins with me having a car accident ( road rage) I slammed on my breaks this impala was like ridding my tale pulled in ground and slammed on breaks so did I all sudden (which my car... View More
answered on Jul 6, 2018
I don't think your case sounds very promissing. I would suggest that you contact local counsel and explain your issues to him/her.
I had an accident 6/4/18 involving the back drivers side quarter panel of my 2007 Sentra. I have full coverage through Acceptance (SR22). I got 2 estimates, 1 was over $1800 and the 2nd $1450. The ins co has given me the run around, I can't speak w my adjuster, it's someone else everytime... View More
answered on Jun 28, 2018
Their obligation is to pay for the damage. Have the body shop get with them. That way if their is a supplemental it's on them. You want to get in the middle, not good.
They may have violated state laws but right now I'm assuming you want your car fixed, etc. If someone else caused... View More
Husband drove vehicle legally registered to me with a suspended license, which I didn't know about, and caused a wreck. If insurnace doesnt cover the damage on the other persons vehicle, as my vehicle had only liability, could I be held responsible? Or since he was the driver, he would be held... View More
answered on Jun 6, 2018
If the vehicle is registered - titled in your name you may be sued in your capacity as an owner. But be sure to contact your insurer. They should defend you.
Coming around curves my car made a loud bang and steering locked up. Hit signpost and ended up in ditch. Only caused damage to my car. Busted taillight lens cover and a scratch along the back fender. It was raining hard and was going 15-20 miles under the speed limit. Got 2 tickets-failure to... View More
answered on May 21, 2018
The points will count on your driver's license
https://www.tn.gov/safety/driver-services/reinstatements/values.html
And your insurance company will either have a point system or factor in these tickets on your driving record for premium purposes.
If you just pay the... View More
I was hospitalized for about a week. My wife provided the ambulance crew our insurance information at the time of the accident because the other party's information was not known. Later I received a bill from the ambulance company again and I then provided the other party's insurance... View More
answered on May 4, 2018
Your lawyer that negotiated the settlement should help you with this. It sounds like something that should have been picked up at the time of the settlement. I suggest you start there. One issue is in the settlement - your lawyer should have a list of your bills; who paid or didn't pay them.... View More
Guy ran a red light, hit our car and another. Police report does indicate he was completely at fault and he was ticketed. My wife and daughter are injury free so that was good. The results aren’t in yet but we are already at 20k in repairs on a car that blue books for around 22k so I don’t... View More
answered on May 2, 2018
You should contact your own insurance company and they can subrogate the claim. Otherwise, you could sue for damages. Without knowing more about the case no one here could tell you your odds of success. Sometimes trying to collect a judgment, should you get one, is more difficult than actually... View More
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