Legal Question in Traffic Law in Florida

auto accident

I was in an accident in a parking lot.

I had a stop sign making a left.

When I made the left, the truck

oncoming was driving very fast and

was in my lane. I couldn't proceed.

the truck hit me. On the police

report it says there were 3 faults. 1:

he had the right of way because I

was at a stopsigh. 2: he was driving

excessively fast in a parking lot. 3:

he was driving in my lane. he hit my

drivers door and rear quarterpanel.

Driver admitted that he never even

hit the brakes. I spolke to my

insurance company and without

even seeing the police report are

saying its my fault because I had a

stopsign. I need a second opinion.

Does this sound like I will be at fault?


Asked on 11/09/07, 10:25 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
Scott R. Jay Law Offices of Scott R. Jay

Re: auto accident

NOTE: This communication is not intended as and should not be interpreted as legal advice. Rather, it is intended solely as a general discussion of legal principles. You should not rely on or take action based on this communication without first presenting ALL relevant details to a competent attorney in your jurisdiction and then receiving the attorney's individualized advice for you. By reading the "Response" to your question or comment, you agree that the opinion expressed is not intended to, nor does it, create any attorney-client relationship, nor does it constitute legal advice to any person reviewing such information, nor will it be considered an attorney-client privileged communication. If you do not agree, then stop right here, and do not read any further.

It is hard to say simply from the information you provided. You need to see if there were any witnesses t the accident and find out what they may say. You would be wise to hire a traffic ticket attorney who specializes in these kind of matters to represent you in court. They know all the right questions and how to present a case for maximum results in court.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.

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Answered on 11/09/07, 11:56 am


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