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Asked 3 months ago - Hammond, LA
FlagBefore merging into the designated part I saw the other vehicle in the lane far enough back that they should have turned into a parking lot . I merged and as I eased to the vehicle in front , the other vehicle struck mine at the front left fender ( they were speeding to bypass traffic went into oncoming traffic to avoid rear ending me but had to merge back to avoid oncoming vehicles ) Then the light turned green they scraped across my headlight and took off . I followed to get the plate number when they parked in a lot . We exchanged info . They didn't want to call the police or get anyone involved , but I did not agree and called the station . They left before the cop arrived but can't be called hit and run . However GEIGY ( their ins ) found me at fault . RS 32 : 38 states they broke the law , so is it ?
Since the police were not called to the scene of the accident, but instead to a later destination, the police officer will not generally diagram the accident. Also, if no citations were issued and no police report is available, it can be typical for the insurance companies to declare you both at fault.
You need to get in touch with your insurance company and ask about them defending you and possibly consider filing suit. In Louisiana, you can pursue both the insured and the insurance company simultaneously without waiting for a judgment to be rendered against the insured first.
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