QUESTION
What do I do when someone bashed their door into my car and do not want to pay or share info?
Asked on Dec 25th, 2012 on Automobile Accidents - Washington
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A couple at their 30's pulled up next to me and bashed their car door into my car creating a dent. It's a brand new car and I cannot afford the repair cost. They did not want to share any information and even refused after I contacted an officer, whom also clearly assessed the situation of being their fault. They kept neglecting, and did not want to share any information. I took pictures of the scene, the damage and their licence plate. The officer gave me his badge number and name, stating that I clearly could take this to court and that he would back me up, since it was completely ridiculous. I have tried to contact several lawyers via. email but none answer. Thank you for taking the time to read my message, and hopefully lending a helpful hand.
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Your right to obtain another party's insurance information requires there be at least $700 in damage to your vehicle. If the damage is over $700 you can request the name and insurance info of the person causing the damage. Even if the damage is less than $700 you should still file a collision report. See
http://www.dmv.org/wa-washington/accident-guide/
If the person does not have insurance you have the option of filing a claim in Small Claims Court. See
http://www.courts.wa.gov/newsinfo/resources/?fa=newsinfo_jury.scc&altMenu=smal
If you have comprehensive insurance or collision, you can file a claim with your own insurance company and they will pursue the person who caused the damage.
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Answered on Dec 26th, 2012 at 11:21 AM