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30 legal questions have been posted about automobile accidents by real users in Rhode Island. Ask your question and dive into the knowledge of attorneys who handle your issue regularly. Similar topics to explore also include personal injury, boating accidents, and nursing home litigation. All topics and other states can be accessed in the dropdowns below.

What type of attorney should I get if I get into an accident because my truck's brake caliber fell off?

Answered 11 years and a month ago by Mattias F. Johnson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   13 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
Based on the nature of your question, the 'type' of attorney that would typically handle a case of this nature would be someone who specializes in personal injury, auto negligence cases. Many lawyers, and firms, in Michigan do not necessarily limit themselves to one 'type' of practice but those headings are what you would look for.... Read More
Based on the nature of your question, the 'type' of attorney that would typically handle a case of this nature would be someone who specializes in... Read More

I recently got into a car accident with a suspened license and no insurance. What will happen next?

Answered 12 years ago by Carl P. Deluca (Unclaimed Profile)   |   1 Answer   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
You will probably be charged with driving while suspended.  That will likely result in a lengthening of your suspension and further fines.  In addition, you will not be able to get a license until you deal with any liability you may have for the accident or discharge that liability in bankrutpcy court.   There are other possibilities and I would have to know more details to be able to provide you with proper guidance.... Read More
You will probably be charged with driving while suspended.  That will likely result in a lengthening of your suspension and further fines.... Read More

What should I do if the car owned by my ex got into an accident and still under my insurance?

Answered 12 years and a month ago by James Eugene Hasser (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
Don't worry about it. You were not driving and are not at fault. Good luck.
Don't worry about it. You were not driving and are not at fault. Good luck.

How can I get my car from the impound lot after being on an accident driven by someone who stole it?

Answered 12 years and 4 months ago by Ronald A. Steinberg (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
Your car is evidence of a crime, and that is why it is being held. I think you need to talk to a local criminal attorney because there is a way through the court system to ask the court to release your car.
Your car is evidence of a crime, and that is why it is being held. I think you need to talk to a local criminal attorney because there is a way... Read More

How can I get my car from the impound lot after being on an accident driven by someone who stole it?

Answered 12 years and 4 months ago by Mr. Paul L. Whitfield (Unclaimed Profile)   |   3 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
There are no rules that I am aware of. The police or DA can always say the car is evidence. Why don't you get a lawyer who hangs out in traffic court or who knows the police or the people who operate the lot. Quit trying to do it the hard way.
There are no rules that I am aware of. The police or DA can always say the car is evidence. Why don't you get a lawyer who hangs out in traffic court... Read More

Does not having a driver's liscense be the reason I wont be able to get other drivers insurance company to fix my car even?

Answered 12 years and 4 months ago by Mr. Paul L. Whitfield (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
Not having a license has nothing to do with fault. The person at fault pays the tab.
Not having a license has nothing to do with fault. The person at fault pays the tab.

Does not having a driver's liscense be the reason I wont be able to get other drivers insurance company to fix my car even?

Answered 12 years and 4 months ago by James Eugene Hasser (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
Not having a license has nothing to do with the other driver's liability. The insurance company will owe you.
Not having a license has nothing to do with the other driver's liability. The insurance company will owe you.

Who should request for drug test after a commercial vehicle accident?

Answered 12 years and 5 months ago by Ronald A. Steinberg (Unclaimed Profile)   |   5 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
If the police suspect that drugs or alcohol was a factor in the incident, they can order a test. I do not believe that you have the "standing" to do so. However, if the other party required any medical treatment following the accident, with a proper court order, you could subpoena the other party's hospital records and if they were positive for a controlled substance or booze, you have terrific evidence to show to the judge or the jury.... Read More
If the police suspect that drugs or alcohol was a factor in the incident, they can order a test. I do not believe that you have the "standing" to do... Read More

can you be considered "crossing" if the traffic light is in red and you are in pedestrian lane?

Answered 12 years and 5 months ago by Mr. John W Merting (Unclaimed Profile)   |   9 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
Get videos promptly before they are taped over. If they show driver was at fault and not your mother she could bring a claim against the driver and the car owner.
Get videos promptly before they are taped over. If they show driver was at fault and not your mother she could bring a claim against the driver and... Read More

Do I have to submit a drug and alcohol test after a non alcohol or drug related traffic violation?

Answered 12 years and 5 months ago by Thomas Edward Gates (Unclaimed Profile)   |   6 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
It depends upon the terms of your probation or whether the police think drugs or alcohol played a factor in the traffic offense.
It depends upon the terms of your probation or whether the police think drugs or alcohol played a factor in the traffic offense.

Can I still get the other person who got a ticket for reckless driving to pay for damages?

Answered 12 years and 6 months ago by Ronald A. Steinberg (Unclaimed Profile)   |   8 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
Yes, you can sue the bad guy. You also need to reconsider letting your wife drive without a valid license. She could have been arrested and taken to jail, even though she was not at fault for the accident.
Yes, you can sue the bad guy. You also need to reconsider letting your wife drive without a valid license. She could have been arrested and taken to... Read More

Does the act of the police officer of pulling me over, lawful?

Answered 12 years and 6 months ago by William M Stoddard (Unclaimed Profile)   |   6 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
You might think they do not happen until they do? Please understand we are in a very different world than we were in even three years ago. They probably were not as courteous as they should have been. I would ask you what your history is too. Have you had some dealings with the police and court system in the past, like juvenile stuff? No the stop is within the law. There is not harassment case from what you report. I suggest you don't loiter around too much, particularly in alleys, no matter where they are.... Read More
You might think they do not happen until they do? Please understand we are in a very different world than we were in even three years ago. They... Read More

Can I sue the state for not issuing one if a person was driving my car drunk & totaled it but was not issued a DUI?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Ronald A. Steinberg (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
No you cannot. If someone was driving your car drunk, then it is your fault for allowing a stupid idiot to drive your car.
No you cannot. If someone was driving your car drunk, then it is your fault for allowing a stupid idiot to drive your car.

Am I able to sue him if he did not pay me for the damage to my car?

Answered 12 years and 7 months ago by Ronald A. Steinberg (Unclaimed Profile)   |   9 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
Sue the weasel. The car was damaged while it was in his possession, and so he is responsible. If you had auto insurance, report it, and have them fix the car, and let them sue him. If you did not have auto coverage, then you sue him. It seems that you are well rid of him.
Sue the weasel. The car was damaged while it was in his possession, and so he is responsible. If you had auto insurance, report it, and have them... Read More

What happens to someone if they get arrested for being in someone's car?

Answered 12 years and 9 months ago by Leonard A. Kaanta (Unclaimed Profile)   |   9 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
You face criminal charges.
You face criminal charges.

How will the other party's insurance company pay for the rental?

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by Ronald A. Steinberg (Unclaimed Profile)   |   9 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
Typically no more than 30 days. Under Michigan law, you would have to have the rental car coverage on YOUR insurance.
Typically no more than 30 days. Under Michigan law, you would have to have the rental car coverage on YOUR insurance.

What can be done if my car is currently uninsured during an accident?

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by Ronald A. Steinberg (Unclaimed Profile)   |   11 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
It is against the law in most states to drive a car on a public roadway without insurance. There is No excuse. call a cab or take a bus or get a friend to drive you. If you drove without insurance, you gambled. if you got stopped or got into an accident, you lost your gamble.
It is against the law in most states to drive a car on a public roadway without insurance. There is No excuse. call a cab or take a bus or get a... Read More

What are my legal rights if I was served but I never received the paperwork?

Answered 12 years and 11 months ago by Erven T. Nelson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   10 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
You need to file a motion to dismiss or to quash service.
You need to file a motion to dismiss or to quash service.

How can someone obtain a copy of dash cam videos from the police?

Answered 13 years ago by Erven T. Nelson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   9 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
If the police won't respond to a request, file a lawsuit and get a subpoena.
If the police won't respond to a request, file a lawsuit and get a subpoena.

Can someone get a property from my mother as compensation for the car accident if her properties are not wholly hers?

Answered 13 years ago by Erven T. Nelson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   7 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
They could get her portion of her assets.
They could get her portion of her assets.

What can I do if I was in an accident but don't have insurance?

Answered 13 years ago by Erven T. Nelson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   10 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
Either negotiate the best deal you can or ignore him and hope he doesn't file a lawsuit within 2 years. If he does, defend the lawsuit. Or, fight the judgment later.
Either negotiate the best deal you can or ignore him and hope he doesn't file a lawsuit within 2 years. If he does, defend the lawsuit. Or, fight... Read More

Does my sister have the right to medical attention if she was arrested for DUI?

Answered 13 years ago by Erven T. Nelson (Unclaimed Profile)   |   4 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
Yes, you could sue the police if you can prove that they were negligent in not discovering the problem.
Yes, you could sue the police if you can prove that they were negligent in not discovering the problem.

How much can I sue the state for if the auto accident I was in was one of their worker's fault?

Answered 13 years ago by Ronald A. Steinberg (Unclaimed Profile)   |   10 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
Your case is worth whatever damages you can prove directly resulted from the negligence of the Defendant. When you are dealing with government, however, there is a thing called Governmental Immunity that sometimes applies. If so, you get NOTHING.
Your case is worth whatever damages you can prove directly resulted from the negligence of the Defendant. When you are dealing with government,... Read More

Can my father file the medical bill from the accident with Medicare or does he have to pay it by himself?

Answered 13 years ago by Ronald A. Steinberg (Unclaimed Profile)   |   8 Answers   |  Legal Topics: Car Accident
Talk to the personal injury lawyer who represented him for the accident. Turn the bill over to Medicare immediately. I don't understand why this wasn't done at the beginning.
Talk to the personal injury lawyer who represented him for the accident. Turn the bill over to Medicare immediately. I don't understand why this... Read More
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