Agree with the others, turn it over to your insurance carrier. Take some photos of your car too. They will handle it.

You could still get sued, but you may have a defense. You are usually not liable if someone uses your car without your knowledge and consent, but...

Whose fault was it?

Can't say without hearing from him, but sounds like both of you were at fault. He assumed you were stopping and you never say him. Both owe a duty...

Car accident tort eligible for chapter 7?

It is an option but you need to talk to a bankruptcy lawyer first and maybe also talk to a PI lawyer to help you figure out your actual exposure,...

What will happen ?

Did you get a ticket? If so, you are under 18, so you will have to go to juvenile court. Tell your parents or guardian what happened if you have...

Is the settlement appropriate?

Once you sign off and receive the money the case is over and cannot be opened up again. Might be a good idea to talk to an experienced PI lawyer to...

How does the driver possibly being impaired and leaving the scene of an accident they caused impact the situation?

Pursue both driver and company, but the company is responsible if the driver was in the course and scope of employment at the time. "Bad" conduct...

Insurance delays payment

There is usually not a set time to do this, but the company must act "reasonably under the circumstances". You can complain to the Ohio Department...

Insurance delays payment

This is not the kind of case or defendant where a pro se claim would be a good idea. If you don't have the check in a couple days find a lawyer...

Can I file a bodily injury claim on my renters insurance?

The claim would be against the property owner. Renters insures you if you are negligent if you have the right kind of coverage if someone makes a...