Legal Question in Personal Injury in California
auto accident statutes of limitation
5 weeks ago, a ''close call'' near auto-accident occured in my own driveway. The owner of the other car and I carefully assessed that nothing had happened and then parted our seperate ways. Just last week, the same person came knocking at my door expecting me to pay damages she'd discovered on her car. There must be a time limit on reporting damages right? Anything coud have happened to her car in the last 4 weeks, but she's claiming that she can take me to a small claims court and win. Are there any legal references to support my situation?
2 Answers from Attorneys
Re: auto accident statutes of limitation
The statute of limitations is three YEARS. I would immediately report this to my insurance company. Any claim with suspected fraud will be aggressively investigated, and your company has the resources to do so for you.
Re: auto accident statutes of limitation
the time limit is one year. But the facts may be on your side if you both looked at vehicle. It will be her word against yours, and the Plaintiff has the burden of proof.
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