You are close! First, you must legally establish that the driver that hit you is uninsured. This is done by filing an SR-1 form with the DMV and...

What recourse do I have if the person whom rear ended me only carries California min insurance?

Great Question! This is the second biggest problem facing California motorists. The first being approximately 2,000,000 drivers uninsured. By...

Car Accident: It is my understanding that if you write a specific release that includes a release of both unknown and

It is important to include a 1542 clause. There is no reason not to include it. Further, it is unclear why one would attempt to rely on release...

Who do I have to file the lawsuit against the driver that was at fault or the owner of the car?

Good question! The owner of the vehicle is statutorily responsible for $15,000. If there is a negligent entrustment issue, then it may be...

Statute of limitations on a first party UM settlement

You are close! I am an expert on all topics regarding UM and UIM. Yes---- it is a 2 year statute of limitations. Within that time, you must have...

The attorney I contracted to represent me in a car accident also wants a portion of my underinsured policy amount.

At first glance, I understand your concern since it's insurance YOU paid for. However, the attorney helped you recover benefits and is probably...

I disagree with most lawyers on AVVO regarding this subject. I do not believe that you are entitled to "diminished value." Technically, you are...

I love this question! First of all, I can't tell you the right answer because your question does not contain enough information. The question is...

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What are my rights re: rental car reimbursement in CA if the other driver is found 100% liable in insurance arbitration?

This is a great question! We are seeing this more and more. Insurers are losing inter-company arbitrations and then ignoring the results as it...

Can my house be taken if a car accident lawsuit is filed and won?

Easy does it! My advice is to go on with your life as if nothing has happened You have insurance and the insurance company will defend you and...