Hello,
Number #1 - It depends on what state this incident occurred and what their bylaws are regarding the Dept. of Motor Vehicles(DMV).
Number #2 - Restrictions such as those you listed could mean that the driver could only drive during the day, or possibly with the physical condition a six meant they could only walk so far without assistance. You might try to check and see if the other driver had handicap parking plates or a placard.
Number #3 - You listed that the driver had a history of seizures, now I don't know what state your in, however most states have serious restrictions if not complete forbiddance of the issuing of a license to someone who might blank out at anytime. This could also be a factor of one of the restrictions, possibly he had to have someone with him at all times to be able to drive.
Number #4 - Don't believe all the answers that you will get on this about suing this other driver. If the person was elderly, or on a pension suing will not get you very much except for a big headache which you probably don't need any more to worry about. You also didn't mention if the other driver had insurance or not. You can go after them for pain and suffering or loss of time off work. These are often referred to as "punitive" damages. Be weary of Lawyers wanting to represent you for "free" or "Pro Bono" which is the technical term. They will offer to represent you and if you lose, no charge for there services. What they don't tell you is you still have to pay the retainer fee, any office fees (i.e. copying, faxing, phone calls or questions) The only people who come out ahead in this type of situation are the Lawyers. Good luck to you. I hope this helped.
I've seen enough of these types of cases, as you see I was a Community Service Officer with the Police for four years.
Sincerely,
Fawkes
2006-11-07 11:24:20
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answered by Fawkes 2
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> what is it? <
It is a jackpot! Sue, baby, sue!!!!
2006-11-07 19:05:01
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answered by robertbdiver 3
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