I got into a car accident that just broke both of our review-mirrors [the side mirrors]. there was no external damage.
I want the safest way to pay her the total amount, also is there a form that i can have her sign that will protect me if she try's to claim more?
And, how should i pay her? SHe said she perferd cash, but I do not feel safe paying cash. I payed via money order, but forgot to sign it and now she's going to bring them back.
The total was just 350$$, which is nothing.
2007-05-08 20:50:35 · 5 answers · asked by Luis G 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Law & Ethics
You should have her sign a statement that in consideration of the money you pay her, she waives and releases all claims against you resulting from the accident, preferably in the presence of a Notary Public.
If she refuses to sign, withdraw all offers of payment and immediately contact your insurance company, and advise her to do the same.
I can't give you an exact form, because then I'd be practicing law without a license, but make sure that she expressly waives all claims, or she could come back to sue you later and you'd be on the hook.
Also, make sure that the car she was driving and that you hit was in fact her car, or the owner of the car may still have a claim against you.
2007-05-08 21:14:42 · answer #1 · answered by helloiamchuck 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Since the accident only involved minor property damage it would be considered a non-reportable accident in most states anyways. It is common practice for the participants to come up with an agreement between themselves rather than letting the insurance companies get involved which would raise your insurance rates and possible pay more than the actual damage, depending on your deductible.
Just keep good notes about everything that occurred and any agreements you make. Keep a copy of the receipts for the money order and if she does sue you down the road bring everything with you to court.
2007-05-09 04:18:22 · answer #2 · answered by smalltowncop2261 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Right anything you want on a paper and have her sign it. Any generic form for such a transaction would be no better then what you would right. She can still sue you regardless of what she signs. It will just make it harder for her to recap money. By her accepting the money orders, she has already entered into an agreement. Having her sign something now would be considered a different agreement. Nothing is final in law unfortunately. That is why we have lawyers and judges to decide where to draw the line.
2007-05-09 03:59:17 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cash order is still the best way...
2007-05-09 04:33:25 · answer #4 · answered by Hawtman1092 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
PLAY BY THE RULES .
2007-05-09 03:57:53 · answer #5 · answered by 10-T3 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋