Q: My adult child was driving a friend’s car when he was involved in a car collision. He lives at home with me. Can they sue me? A: Generally, no. In California, the owner of a car can normally be…
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FAQ: I was sued. Do I file an answer?
Q: I was in a car accident. I am now being sued for personal injury. Do I file an answer? A: First, give this to your auto insurance. It is why you pay them. Let them deal with it. Second,…
FAQ: Do I have to pay back my ERISA insurance?
Q: I was involved in an accident. My health insurer paid for my bills. This is an ERISA plan. Do I have to pay them back? A: ERISA plans are employer provided plans. In this case, it would be a…
FAQ: Can I be sued for my spouse causing an accident?
Q: My spouse is an alocholic. Can I be sued if he causes an accident? A: Yes. You can be sued up to the statutory limit if you are a registered owner of the car. If, however, they can prove…
Buying Wrecked Cars
I tell my clients that once their car has been in a wreck and declared a total loss, they should give it to the insurance company. The car will never be fixed to your standards again so why deal with…
Don’t pay someone at the scene of an accident
Do not, and I mean never, ever, pay someone at the scene of an accident. Just don’t do it. Nothing good will come from it. A few situations: A – You pay someone for “minor damage.” You don’t have them…
FAQ: My HMO paid my medical bills. Do I have to pay them back?
Q: I was in an accident. My HMO paid my medical bills. I am now settling with the other party’s insurance. Do I have to pay back my HMO? A: Most likely, they can be reimbursed for money they paid…
FAQ: My insurance says I am at fault. I don’t think I am. What do I do?
Q: My insurance company says I am at fault for an accident. I don’t think I am. What can I do to fight this? A: Your insurance copmany has the right to settle any claims and make the determination of…
FAQ: How do I serve someone?
Q: I sued someone and I don’t have an attorney. How do I serve them? A: Use a process server. Technically, anyone over 18 can serve a lawsuit as long as the person doing the serving is not a party…
FAQ: I was hit by a drunk driver. HELP!
I was hit by a drunk drive. He doesn’t have enough insurance. I want to go after him personally, but I have underinsured motorist coverage. HELP! Okay, this is a two parter! 1. Is it typical that the drunk drivers…