Legal Question in Personal Injury in California

illegal street race

two teenagers where illegal street racing and the one hit me head on killing him the other racer went to jail but i didnt have insurance what can i do


Asked on 3/08/04, 2:29 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Edward Hoffman Law Offices of Edward A. Hoffman

Re: illegal street race

You don't say how badly you were injured or how substantialy your property loss was, but I hope you were able to walk away from the accident.

The teen may have had his own insurance policy; you should find out and, if he did, contact the insurer and make a claim. You can also sue the teen's parents.

If at all possible, you should have an attorney represent you in these matters. Feel free to contact me if you want to discuss this further.

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Answered on 3/08/04, 4:56 pm
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

Re: illegal street race

You can probable sue both racers, and if they are minors, their parents as well.

If they were insured, you will have a good chance recovering; if neither had insurance, you will probably be able to collect less than the case is worth [but still something] unless they have assets and wealth to seize with a judgment. You need legal help quickly. Contact me if interested.

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Answered on 3/08/04, 5:28 pm


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