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I had a car accident with a 17 yr old on a bike. The police report found the minor at fault for he was traveling against traffic
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Answered on June 28, 2013
There is a lot to your question.
Initially, you should be aware that anyone can make a claim for anything. I can not ascertain who is "absolutely"...
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Will my auto insurance go up if I was the victim of a hit and run accident?
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Answered on June 27, 2013
In California, it is not permissible to raise your rates for a "non at-fault" accident. That being said, there are some ways around that for the...
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Underinsured Motorist Question
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Answered on June 25, 2013
You pose an excellent question which happens more often than you might think. In addition, your instincts are good---you need to find out more...
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My auto u m policy is less than my med bills , can I sue my auto ins co ?
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Answered on June 20, 2013
I am an expert on California Uninsured Motorist and Underinsured Motorist Law. The short answer to your question is that you are limited by...
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Letting my cousin borrow my car but he will put under my insurance for the time he borrows the car.
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Answered on June 20, 2013
Your cousin will be fully covered under your insurance for "borrowing" your car.
However, if the vehicle is being furnished for his " regular...
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Do I need a lawyer if a 3rd party was the cause of our house fire (contracted roofers)?
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Answered on June 13, 2013
You are likely to have a claim against the roofer and its insurer for damages that are not covered by your fire policy. You would be surprised how...
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Can a personal injury claim(from car accident) be dismissed because of workers comp rating award?
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Answered on June 12, 2013
Your question is not completely clear. It cannot be ascertained what is available from the 3rd party at fault driver. It sounds like you are saying...
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Can I get lose of usage compensation from the insurance for the amount of days my car was in the shop instead of renting a car?
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Answered on June 08, 2013
Yes absolutely! You are entitled to reasonable compensation even if it was not your primary means of transportation.
You are entitled to...
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Who is at fault in my bicycle/car accident?
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Answered on May 29, 2013
This is a tough situation that has to be evaluated with more information. There is always a component of comparative fault in these situations. ...
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Do CA Underinsured Motorist Policy only pay the policy limit MINUS at fault insurance policy?
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Answered on May 28, 2013
Basically, you have it!
The 3rd party liability insurance must first be exhausted.
Then, that amount is subtracted from the amount of your...