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Do you have to pay a law suit on a motor vehicle accident and for how long?
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Do you have to pay a motor vehicle accident and for how long
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Is a motor vehicle accident considered to be a civil suit?
No. A civil suit is what we call the lawsuit that follows a motor vehicle accident when the victim sues for damages.Civil actions or criminal actions can be filed after an accident depending on the basis for the action. Criminal charges can be prosecuted by the state if the accident was caused by any motor vehicle violations or criminal negligence. Civil suits can be filed against the other party for damages on behalf of anyone who was injured or killed in the accident.No. A civil suit is what we call the lawsuit that follows a motor vehicle accident when the victim sues for damages.Civil actions or criminal actions can be filed after an accident depending on the basis for the action. Criminal charges can be prosecuted by the state if the accident was caused by any motor vehicle violations or criminal negligence. Civil suits can be filed against the other party for damages on behalf of anyone who was injured or killed in the accident.No. A civil suit is what we call the lawsuit that follows a motor vehicle accident when the victim sues for damages.Civil actions or criminal actions can be filed after an accident depending on the basis for the action. Criminal charges can be prosecuted by the state if the accident was caused by any motor vehicle violations or criminal negligence. Civil suits can be filed against the other party for damages on behalf of anyone who was injured or killed in the accident.No. A civil suit is what we call the lawsuit that follows a motor vehicle accident when the victim sues for damages.Civil actions or criminal actions can be filed after an accident depending on the basis for the action. Criminal charges can be prosecuted by the state if the accident was caused by any motor vehicle violations or criminal negligence. Civil suits can be filed against the other party for damages on behalf of anyone who was injured or killed in the accident.
Can you file a lawsuit against the state if an uninsured motorist wrecks your vehicle?
No. The state is not responsible for the accident or the driver. You can file suit against the uninsured motorist.
What are motorcycles?
A motorcycle is a two or three wheeled motor vehicle. Motorcycle design varies greatly to suit a range of different purposes: long distance travel, commuting, cruising, sport including racing, and off-road riding.
Cam coowner of insured vehicle be sued personally along with driver of vehicle that is involved in cAR accident in Texas?
Yes. Anyone can file suit against anyone for any reason. Whether it gets dismissed right off the bat or not is dependent.
How do you bring a civil suit against another party out of state?
Generally, the person seeking the suit must file in the county in the state in which the defendant is a permanent resident. Jurisdiction is determined by the specifics of the case; for example, if the suit is in regards to a vehicle accident where someone was injured, the suit can be filed in the county and state where the accident occurred.
Are torts common occurrences?
They are the most common law suit in the US. A tort can evolve out of any accident, particularly vehicle accidents. Anytime someone damages a person or property, you have an action in tort.
What happens if you are driving an uninsured car and you get into an accident and it was your fault?
Firstly,, If you are temporarily and unknowinlgly driving an uninsured non-owned vehicle and you do have liability insurance on your own vehicle, Then in Most cases that liability insurance from you own vehicle will follow you to the temporary vehicle as secondary coverage, so the accident may be covered under that policy. If No insurance exists to cover the vehicle then you can be subject to traffic fines for driving without financial responsibility, Impound of the driven vehicle, Possible arrest at the scene of the accident, Possible jail time, A Civil Suit may be filed against you by the claimant, Suspension of drivers license for up to 10 years or until such time as you have paid for the damages reulting from the accident. Once you have satisfied the associated losses from the accident you may also be required to maintain an SR22 Insurance filing to re-acquire your driving priveledges.
How long before you know if you are being sued?
This is going to depend on the laws within your individual state. Also it will depend on what the suit is filed for (accident, debt, etc.)
When an employee is in an auto accident during business hours and the other driver decides to file a lawsuit for damages who is liable the employee or employer?
If the employee was in a company vehicle, on company business, then the other driver would suit the company. But it also depends on where the accident took place, as the laws differ.
What is auto negligence law suit?
Auto Negligence Law Suit is a law suit against a party or person believed to be negligent in an automobile accident or crash. The party at fault could be anywhere ranging from an Automobile company that had faulty equipment that caused the crash or accident to a person that had road rage and caused a crash. The one responsible and found guilty by the judge can be held accountable for damages ranging from hospital bills, grievance costs, therapy costs, court costs, vehicle repairs etc.
Who pays in a civil suit the insured out of pocket or the insurance company?
this all depends on what the suit is.........I'll assume that you are sueing for damages to your vehicle and an injury from the accident.....you SUE the person responsible, if you gain a judgment and there is insurance coverage the insurance company will be bound by the judgment to pay........(they will also be providing their insured with an attorney......) they cannot mention in the trail that there is insurance involved....
Can you file suit against the person who hit you if the insurance company does not pay off your car?
Yes. If you can prove the accident was their fault and no coverage is forthcoming you or your attorney can file suit.
