Some guy hit my car two weeks ago, after hitting a cop first! he blew like a .1 something or other, breathalyzer, had an expired license and no insurance, AND he tried to take off.
I only have the lowest possible liability insurance, because Im only twenty and I've had speeding tickets and full coverage is outrageoulsy expensive. So they wont fix the big dent on the side of my car.
My only option is to sue the guy and I have no clue how to go about it.
2007-02-07 08:45:18 · 8 answers · asked by lalablu3 2 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Safety
unfortunately, the time and money for a suit are probally more that you just having the problem fixed.
Often they can drill a small hole and pull the dents out making the car look a lot better without costing an arm and a leg like a complete fix if $$$ are more of an issue than a perfect car.
2007-02-07 08:49:32 · answer #1 · answered by G's Random Thoughts 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You can file suit yourself in small claims court. You will have to find out which court has jurisdiction where the accident occurred. The investigating police officer will probably know.
You have to pay a fee. A hearing is scheduled. You present your case. Bring a police report, estimates, and anyone who may have been a witness.
If you get a judgment in your favor, you may not get anything if the perp has no assets.
2007-02-07 08:51:38 · answer #2 · answered by regerugged 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you call a lawyer be aware that even though they say if you don't get money they don't get paid, that isn't exactly true. You will have to pay any expenses that they pay out on your behalf. Which can add up.
You are probably better going through small claims court. Good luck.
2007-02-07 08:54:23 · answer #3 · answered by paralegaldawn 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you were injured you will get coverage for your med bills, but it could take up to a year before you get any money
I was in a major pile-up in April of 2006, there were 9 cars involved me, my grandmother, and my mom were involved (same car) Me and my mother were seriously injured physicly and mentaly, we still havnt recived our money, and arent expected to untill may! a year and 1 month after the crash! im still terrified when i get into a car on the freeway!
2007-02-07 17:29:40 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check your local yellow pages. You need to talk to a lawyer that specializes in this type of problem. Also, choose a lawyer that gives a free consultations and one that doesn't get paid unless YOU do.
Good luck.
2007-02-07 08:50:11 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to talk to a lawyer,,get a police report also..it could take some time depends on the lawyer
2007-02-11 07:20:20 · answer #6 · answered by jerry 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
nicely I sue my lady friend for a touch smart prank. even though it not that severe, because the element is he's a old lier . attempt looking someone your age yet ask his parent interior the destiny once you meet them his authentic actuality. is this useful
2016-11-26 00:28:51 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Small Claims only costs $35.00 to sue someone.
You could do it yourself, and Lawyers Suck!!
2007-02-07 08:56:36 · answer #8 · answered by Mr. KnowItAll 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋