Legal Question in Personal Injury in California

i hit a car 2 years ago and im being sued for property damages by one court and bodily injury by another court total $ 65,000. The vehicle was insured at the time but i was an excluded driver. i can not afford the amount im being sued for. what can i do? Should i attempt to follow court and if so how could i possibly defend myself. if i file bankrupcy while already been served will i still have to pay? even so i can not even afford the $1000 to file bankrupcy. Please Help.


Asked on 3/22/10, 11:43 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Robert F. Cohen Law Office of Robert F. Cohen

The court charges $299 to file a bankruptcy. Some people qualify for a court fee waiver, depending on their income. There are several self-help books available in the library or in a bookstore if you choose not to be represented by an attorney. Bankruptcy would discharge debts arising from an accident resulting from negligence. Debts arising from driving under the influence, however, are not dischargeable.

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Answered on 3/27/10, 11:49 pm


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