Legal Question in Personal Injury in Illinois

I accidently hit a person with my car. They walked away and said they're fine. No police report. If they decide too later, can they sue? How can they prove it was me or something that happened afterward?


Asked on 2/07/14, 6:43 am

2 Answers from Attorneys
Joseph Brabender Brabender & Chiang LLC

Yes they can sue. Report the incident to your insurer. Your insurer will defend the matter and pay a judgment or settlement if one is called for.

Proof can be problematic in situations like this, but their own testimony is evidence.

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Answered on 2/07/14, 6:45 am

I agree with Mr. Brabender and of course, if asked, you would not perjure yourself and say it did not happen. Additionally, in this day and age of smart phones there very well could be a picture.

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Answered on 2/07/14, 6:59 am


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