QUESTION
Should I settle, file small claims, or sue HOA for faulty gates which damaged my car
Asked on Oct 30th, 2020 on Automobile Accidents - Florida
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entering subdivision, had to stay stopped for extended period due to truck and trailor exiting in front of me, gates closed on my car, 700-750 for repair, HOA says could not happen offered $250 for repair. Gates were removed for repairs for previous damage and when reinstalled, new electric eyes were installed and set to hold gates open longer. Old sensors in road bed were approx 15 to 16 yrs. old. Any advice? No police report was made, reported to President of HOA on day that it happened, only witness is my wife.
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That this occurred as you were following another vehicle simply adds to the problems in such a case. Your best bet is to have your insurance coverage fix the damage. If they are offering $250.00 on a $700.00 repair its simply not a legally viable case. You might ask to check any exit video they maight have to show what happened if you thnk that will help.
Answered on Nov 02nd, 2020 at 6:38 AM
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