I was hit by a driver in the Republic of Ireland while driving a rental. I was told I would not incur any fees when I returned the car. But over a year later I had my credit card charged. I have disputed the charges but does the car company have the ability to sue me for the damages?
2007-01-04 04:09:16 · 12 answers · asked by emswensson 2 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
Yes they can.
You are liable in the location where you signed the contract. In this case, Ireland. You also assume all liabilities such as this when you rent a car.
You also granted them the right to charge your credit card for all charges stemming from the accident. In this case, you will eventually be required to pay the disputed charge.
2007-01-04 04:11:12 · answer #1 · answered by Chief BaggageSmasher 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The fact that you are American (whoopdie doo) makes no difference about anything, although George Bush might try telling you otherwise. If your credit representative had anything going for them, they would be the ones who should be helping out on your behalf. Charges a year after the fact should help your situation immensely. Contact the card people and let them do the legwork! Good Luck!!
Did you ever think about suing the Irishman or was he American also?
2007-01-04 04:19:36 · answer #2 · answered by Brian H 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Without know all the particulars it's hard to say for sure but it looks like you can protest those charges through your charge card company. The damages must have been paid by the insurance company because all rental companies required an insurance to cover the loses due to any accident. I won't be intimidated by them in any way in this situation.
2007-01-04 04:28:13 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You entered into a valid contract in Ireland ... valid under Irish and under US laws. They can haul you into court. The court can decide if you should pay X, Y, or Z amount. What the Irish court can not easily do is make you pay.
Please contact your attorney, and maybe even your credit card people. They can give you more professional answers than those of us that know a little based on the facts given.
2007-01-04 04:25:45 · answer #4 · answered by OldGringo 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No you are insured fully compressive by the rental company ..you need not pay anything ..
However if the insurance policy states a excess premium of x amount to be paid by the driver ie you ..
then you are liable to pay the first excess fee ..this fee could be anything from ..nothing up to £ 250.00..
towards the cost of the repair...good luck
2007-01-04 04:23:40 · answer #5 · answered by JJ 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, though they probably can't enforce the judgement unless you return to Ireland.
2007-01-04 04:17:06 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
YOU CAN BE SUED ANYWHERE, YOUR INSURANCE COMPANY DID NOT INCURE THE DAMAGES SO THATS WHY THEY CHARGED YOUR CREDIT CARD.
2007-01-04 04:17:47 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
This is NOT an Easy case. You might have to find a lawyer who has experience in international Law.
2007-01-04 04:13:14 · answer #8 · answered by janshouse justice for all 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Yes but all laws according that country are legaly bound by you. You will however be able to flee back to your country in time which i suggest you do!
2007-01-04 04:11:18 · answer #9 · answered by BUNNY! 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, ther could be a judgement but there a very few ways for this judgement to be inforced...
2007-01-04 04:11:32 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋