How can I win a lawsuit filed against me by the person found to be at fault for the accident but using failure to yield defense?

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   Steven Sweat

   Beverly Hills Car / Auto Accident Lawyer

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   Answered May 10, 2011 10:44. Report this to your insurance carrier. They will assign you an attorney to assist you. Don't delay as this could cause the insurance company to deny coverage and/or you to end up with a default judgment entered against you.

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   Christian LassenPro

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   Answered May 09, 2011 22:47. Turn all papers over to your insurance company who will defend.

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   Jeffrey Adams

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   Answered May 10, 2011 05:34. As Attorney Lassen correctly stated, forward everything to your insurance company without delay - as you just learned of this lawsuit.

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   Robert Kelly

   Seattle Litigation Lawyer

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   Answered May 10, 2011 08:51. Your insurance company will provide an attorney to defend you.

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