Can I be sued by an illegal immigrants?

Asked 4 months ago - Bakersfield, CA

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I was uninsured .hit him making a right after a stop sign like 2 MPG .we didn't call the cops he said he was fine.however he did need help getn up he said he had knee problems(he's 80)3 months later says he needs a knee replacement and wants 10000 or hell sue me

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    Answered February 18, 2013 21:40. IF YOU HAVE INSURANCE SUBMIT THE CLAIM TO YOUR INSURANCE COMPANY. IF YOU DO NOT, WORK OUT A DEAL WITH THE PLAINTIFF. HIS BEING ILLEGAL IS IRRELEVANT. HE WAS A PEDESTRIAN. BEST OF LUCK.

    This answer is provided by California Accident Attorney Manuel A. Juarez, Esq., Abogado de Accidentes de Autos... more
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    Answered February 18, 2013 21:48. I agree..report it to your insurance..a foreign person can sue you...not sure how you know he is "illegal"

    The content of this answer has been prepared by Scott Legal Services, P.C. for general informational purposes only.... more
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    Answered February 18, 2013 21:04. I agree - report the matter to you insurance carrier. It is important that you allow them to handle the matter.

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    Answered February 18, 2013 23:57. Yes, he can sue you. Since you did not have insurance, retain a local car accident lawyer to defend if he sues you.

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    Answered February 18, 2013 21:02. Report the collision to your insurance carrier and they will fight on your behalf -- to include retaining an attorney to expose this fraud.

    Best of luck!

    Dan

    In no way am I offering you legal advice, and in no way has my comment created an attorney-client relationship.... more

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