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Can you file a mini-tort claim against a drunk driver and his parent if he’s covered under his parents insurance?
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Answered on August 10, 2012
I'm sorry to hear about your car accident. You are fortunate that this happened before the new mini-tort law takes effect in Michigan on October...
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Was in a minor car accident yesterday morning. How may days can I wait to file a police report?
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Answered on August 08, 2012
Many cities, such as Detroit, will refuse to make a police report or amend one if it is too far in time after the accident occurs. There is no...
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My car was damaged by a produce truck company. My car was legally parked but I have no insurance.
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Answered on August 06, 2012
Michigan has a specific statute on point that bars uninsured drivers from any relief - including even the right to sue the person who causes a car...
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Can I lose everything I own if I'm sued for an accident where my niece was driving my car?
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Answered on August 04, 2012
Michigan is an owners liability state, which means that you as the owner can be sued as well as your niece as the driver who caused the car...
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Ohio accident, Michigan insurance , only vehicle involved was mine. Which state laws apply? Do I go to court in OH or MI
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Answered on July 31, 2012
Michigan is the correct jurisdiction for your lawsuit, as you contracted with your insurer in Michigan. However, you can file your lawsuit in any...
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I'm 17 and have a lawsuit. They say i can't get my money now, but i really need it. Is there anyway I can get my money early?
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Answered on July 08, 2012
Yes it is possible to get it early, but it will require probate court approval first and most probate judges will be extremely reluctant to...
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I'm a Uninsured driver in michigan, that was rear ended by a unlicense driver,driving a insured vehicle. Am I responsible,
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Answered on July 03, 2012
Yes. Under Michigan's draconian law uninsured motorists are punished so severely that you would even be barred from bringing any lawsuit for your...
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Does my 17-year old need a lawyer at a court appearance for a Misdemeanor for ticket "Fail to report accident"?
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Answered on June 29, 2012
I would strongly recommend one. It is outside my own area, but there is no question your child will be better served with a lawyer there to...
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I am being sued for injuries incured in an auto accident, can they take my house if we lose?
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Answered on June 26, 2012
It would depend on who has title of the car and who has title of the house. In theory, if you are the owner of the vehicle and it was uninsured, a...
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I was rearended by a semi owned & operated by BMV Transport. Trucker was ticketed. Can I get his co to pay my deductable?
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Answered on June 25, 2012
I'm sorry to hear about your pain and the aggravation you are going through. In answer to your question, the trucker - and it really is the...