Legal Question in Personal Injury in California
auto accident no injuries
I was involded in an auto accident on 3/23/06 is was a hit and run. other driver was visibly drunk but do to leaving scene of accident unable to confirm this. did get licence plate number gave to local police but other party hid out for 4 day before turning himself in. my vehicle was totaled do to nature of damage. other insurance gave me an offer but I do not wish to accept this. My insurance cant help me do to the way ias was done . my question is if I were to accept offer can I still sue other party for more? This was my only vehicle and my business as well I had to come up with money (which I dont have)to get a replacement vehicle. Can I do anything? the wont pay enough to pay off my autoloan.
3 Answers from Attorneys
Re: auto accident no injuries
I NEED MORE FACTS TO HELP YOU. WERE YOU INJURED IN THIS ACCIDENT? HAVE YOU LOST WORK DUE TO THIS ACCIDENT? WHAT IS THE FAIR MARKET VALUE OF YOUR CAR?
ALSO ONCE YOU SETTLE WITH THE INSURANCE COMPANY, YOU CAN'T SUE THE OTHER DRIVER FOR NEGLIGENCE.CALL ME AT 213.388.7070 TO DISCUSS YOUR CASE FURTHER.
Re: auto accident no injuries
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It does not make sense to me why you would be handling this case without a lawyer.
Re: auto accident no injuries
That's why there are lawyers -- to maximize your recovery! Don't try doing it yourself, unless you want to get taken for (another) ride.