Legal Question in Personal Injury in California

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my brother was in a car accident while driving my car. however, he is insured under my policy. he was not at fault. the other insurance company denys my claim and my insurance won't pay for my brother medical bills. What is the best way to handle a situation like this?


Asked on 1/28/04, 3:35 pm

5 Answers from Attorneys

Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

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Sue. If the other driver is at fault, and their carrier won't settle, suit is the only way you and your brother are going to recover personal injury or property damage.

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Answered on 1/30/04, 5:04 pm
Robert F. Cohen Law Office of Robert F. Cohen

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Sounds like you need a lawyer. Don't give any statements (recorded or otherwise) to the other insurance company without first retaining a lawyer and getting her/his approval. Good luck to you!

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Answered on 1/30/04, 5:48 pm
A. Russell Martin Law Office of A. Russell Martin

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I am truly sorry to hear about your brother�s accident. It�s not fun to be tossed into the vortex of the legal system without knowing your rights. I will need more facts to evaluate the strength of your case. However, if the other driver was at fault, you will need aggressive legal representation immediately. I can provide that for you. I have the knowledge, experience and tenacity to ensure that you get the money you deserve for your lawsuit. Feel free to contact me for a free consultation (415/772-9652 or [email protected]). Do not worry about paying legal fees because I will only collect a fair percentage of any money you recover. In the meantime, be sure to safeguard all potential claim(s) by doing the following: (1) immediately talk to a strong lawyer because your cause(s) of action can be barred forever if they are not filed with the court in time; (2) gather and preserve all evidence of your claim(s) (e.g., get medical treatment and preserve all documentation regarding your injuries, photograph the accident site, photograph all injuries and damages, get police reports & contact information for all witnesses, etc.); and (3) NEVER give any statements about the accident or sign any documents regarding your claim(s) before speaking to a lawyer. Remember insurance companies are not your friends regardless of how �friendly� they might seem. They are not interested in helping you. They only want to protect their corporate pockets.

I hope this information helps. I am ethically required to advise you that this posting constitutes an advertisement for legal services. Contact me if you need further assistance. I can be reached by phone at (415)772-9652 or e-mail me at [email protected].

Very truly yours,

Russell Martin (SBN 226244)

Law Office of A. Russell Martin

500 Sansome St., 8th Flr.

San Francisco, CA 94111

(415)772-9652

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Answered on 1/30/04, 8:15 pm
Armen Tashjian Law Offices of Armen M. Tashjian

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Get a lawyer.

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Answered on 1/30/04, 8:44 pm
H.M. Torrey The Law Offices of H.M. Torrey

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the facts are a bit vague so far. if you are able to provide our law office with additional information in respect to the extent of your brother's injuries and the reasons given to you thus far as to why neither insurance company is acting on your brother's claim, we can give you answers and direction in this matter. email us today with a summary of this additional information.

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Answered on 1/30/04, 4:28 pm


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