Will I be paid the settlement check or the lienholder?

If you still owe money on the car to the lienholder the lienholder will get the check if it is a total loss. If the fair market value is not...

What should I do and will I be punished because of my situation?

The expired license and registration are not an issue with respect to the accident, liability and damages owed. She was clearly responsible and ...

What do I do if someone hit my parked car and is refusing to update their insurance information to get damages paid for?

Your best bet is to use your own insurance collision coverage. They will fix it, they will likely waive the deductible as your car was parked when...

Is this a common tactic of an insurer and will I have to do this the entire negotiation. What should be my next move

Hire an experienced attorney. Government claims are full of landmines and deadlines and you don't want to mess around.

The defense is asking me to pay $50K out of pocket regarding an accident, how much negotiation power do I have?

It sounds as if the injured party is willing to settle the case in full if you pay an additional 50,000 out of your own pocket. Unfortunately, you...

Can I sue an individual for wrecking my vehicle?

Unfortunately you are stuck with having to pay for the truck. If it is $10 k or less file in small claims court against the "trusted someone" and...

From the information provided your insurance company will likely afford your full coverage. There is no indication that the car was "stolen". ...

Why is my car insurance adjustor demanding a recorded statement from passenger?

You are required and encouraged to cooperate with your insurance company in their investigation. Make them work for you, think of all the $$$ you...

Can I sue the employer, the registered owner or the driver for this accident?

They all must be included in the lawsuit. You should be able to resolve the matter in small claims court. If you have collision coverage, let...

The State Bar does not set attorney's fees in contingent fee cases. In personal injury cases the fee is generally 1/3 of the gross, 40% if the...