Can somebody's auto accident claim be paid by their insurance and then they sue the at-fault driver for the total damage amount?

Usually, it’s their insurance that will sue you after paying out the property damage claim. If that person is suing you directly, they will have to...

Contingency question - who makes decisions

There’s no reason why your attorney would insist that you use the body shop they recommend. As far as medical records go, the opposing side will...

Can I file charges to the people who stole my vehicle?

If you don’t have insurance coverage, then it was the risk that you accepted. You save money on insurance, but you have to pay out of pocket when...

Do you know in Washington State if it is automatic that your main house is homesteaded or do you have to file a form?

Homestead is automatic if you live in it. It protects up to $125,000 of equity in the house. If you have more than $125,000 of equity, the house...

How do you garnish an individual?

You're in the collection phase at this point... unless you know where she works or where she banks at, you can't garnish her. Since you're not an...

If there is a mark above the signature line, it’s signed. It can be anything. Don’t ignore it just because you don’t think it looks like a...

How much is the at fault driver's insurance supposed to pay me for my totaled car?

That depends on how much your car was worth. If you owe more than it’s worth, then you could be in debt, which is where gap insurance will help.

It’s a little complicated with lots of rooms for mistakes. You may want to hire a lawyer. I’ll describe the process... as If you are not an...

Assuming you’re talking about Superior Court, you are still obligated to serve an answer even if the complaint has not been filed. The idea is for...

How do I find out if the debt I am being garnished for is legit?

You can go down to the court and look at the records to see when the judgment was entered against you. If you were served with a complaint, and you...