Legal Question in Traffic Law in Missouri

Reporting Major ( $500.00) To Insurance Company

My vehicle was rear ended, and the driver of the other vehicle was issued a ticket for following too closely. There were injuries to two passengers, as well as damage to my vehicle (I was not in the vehicle at the time).

The driver of the other vehicle has yet (30 days) to report the accident to his insurance company. Thus, I cannot get any settlement for my property damage, and the medical bills are being processed through my insurance (much to my chagrin). Do I have any legal recourse to get payment from the other driver? Also, can I file criminal or civil charges against him? If so what might they be?

Thank you,

--name removed--Salter


Asked on 1/04/04, 5:11 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
Susan Frederick Susan S. Frederick

Re: Reporting Major ( $500.00) To Insurance Company

You can and should report the accident to his insurance company and to the Missouri Department of Revenue (check the DOR's website for information on this procedure). You and the injured passengers may also have a civil cause of action against the other driver. Since it appears that the other driver is being reluctant to get this straightened out, a civil suit may be the only way to get this going. You should consult an attorney for advice; the passengers may need separate attorneys. DO report to the other driver's insurance company ASAP.

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Answered on 1/05/04, 7:55 am


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