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It is an At Fault accident, any way. Backing accidents are always at fault. I assume that the nanny had your permission to drive the car, however, was nagligent. Your insurance co will tell you to collect your damages form the nanny.
Yes. The deductible is applicable regardless of fault, location, or anything for that matter. You agreed to pay a portion of the damages when you signed your policy contract. The deductible is your portion. It's sort of like a co-pay.
You are liable for the damages to the property that was struck which belongs to others. If you have coverage for the car you were driving, (Collision) the deductible would have to be paid. If there is no coverage on the vehicle, then it's up to the owner to repair and whatever arrangements were made prior to the accident.
The victim would be able to file a civil law suit against the driver (and others) and attempt to recover their damages from the accident, such as medical expenses or damages to their property.
On average you can expect to save about 15%. Keep in mind your driving record will influence your rates.
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If a car damages your trash can, the person driving is responsible if the trash can is in the proper place. If the trash can is not in the proper place, it is your fault.
Because you assumed responsibility for the bike when you borrowed it, the responsibility for the damages is yours. Your friend can sue you and a judgment would be placed against you. The court would garnish your wages only if you failed to pay the judgment. Your best bet is to keep your reputation and friendship intact and pay the damages.
Your premium usually will go down a couple of dollars if you raise the deductible. EX. My deductible was $500 for collision and I changed it to $250. My premium went up $24 every six months. So basically your not going to save that much by increasing your deductible. Unless you have a very bad driving record.
No. In this discussing this with another person we came to the conculsion that you are still liable for the damages. We did think that you could take them to small claims court to collect for damages since they were not suppose to be driving.
The claim will be made against your insurance and the company will decide if they will pay it. If they do, your rates will increase. If not, the responsible party will have to pay for the damages.
Mothers Against Drunk Driving was created in 1980.
Yes the insurance carrier of the person at fault will pay for the damages if they are in fact proved to be at fault. However you will be cited for driving without a license.