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Is it legal to back out of private driveway? who is at fault if street car is hit?

If she backed out of a driveway and you were already on the road attempting to park and she ran into you she'd be at fault. This is if you were executing a legal maneuver and where on the proper side of the road. She is required to yield to traffic already on the road. Peter Hart

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My son had his second DUI/car accident march 2011, after completing the ARD program in Jan 2011. Will he definitely do jail time

yes. He should seek a PA attorney who practices criminal law.

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Injury sustained by a so called bulding contractor while working on my property. His Lawyer asking for compensation.

if you have home owner's insurance then pass the information on. They will take care of it. You are not responsiblle for his injuries unless you were neglent in some fashion-not just because you are the property owner. good luck Peter Hart

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I made a left hand turn from a one way street to a two way street and the person that hit me was driving on the island divider.

Good question but you may have a problem-even if the other driver waived you on. You must still proceed into the intersection with caution. However, the other driver is also at fault for being in the wrong lane and his/her negligence may be considered greater than yours. Depending on amount of damages/injury you may want to contact an attorney. Good luck., Peter Hart

My daughter was in a accident she was hit by a drunk driver who hasa no ins

In order to recover any insurance coverages you would have to check the policy of the car in which she was in to see if it had uninsured motorist coverage available. Also look to any policy which may cover her. Depending on certain factors she may have additional coverage available. Otherwise she'd have to sue the drunk driver but he/she probably has little or no assets. Good luck. Peter Hart

If a surgeon fails to inform/disclose to a patient that they planned to perform a most radical procedure that was not needed

Probably yes. However, you would need to contact a medical malpractice attorney for review of records ans consult. One from MN.

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I recently bought a motorcycle that was negligently assembled.

Yes, It is a manufacturing defect unless you or someone altered the bike between the time of sale and the accident. Peter Hart

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My car was rear-ended at a red light. Four cars were involved, four different insurance companies, all cars had libility only.

I can't answer trhe question for your state but here in Pennsylvania the insurance regulations permit you to contest the offered amount and produce other evidence from sources like kelly Blue Bookmook or Edmonds to lend support for a higher figure. Go to the internet to compare. You can probably do it yourself. Good luck, Peter Hart

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If a car was hit before but gets struck again…

Only for the new damage. You are entitled to the fair market value of the bumber before it got hit.

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What should I do in this case involving a traffic accident?

If they haven't issued a citation by now they probably do not intend to. You can still succeed in a civil case against her. Retain a personal injury attorney who is in your county. The witness helps your case. Good luck. Peter Hart

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