Legal Question in Traffic Law in Florida

Re: car accident

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You will need to get a release from the other party. As the person at fault, you are responsible for any damages that were incurred including both property and personal injury. If you approach the other party and offer to pay for the damage to their car, you may be able to get the release without any further action. Needless to say, any claim for personal injury could be monumental for someone without insurance. You may wish to have an attorney draft the release and aid you in having the matter resolved to make sure it is done properly.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.