Legal Question in Personal Injury in California

My car was hit by a drunk driver, He had no insurance. The police department will not release the police report to me. How could i obtain his personal information in order to sue him in small claims. I dont know if he was the registered owner, if the car was even registered.


Asked on 2/06/10, 7:41 pm

4 Answers from Attorneys

Joe Marman Law Office of Joseph Marman

I think you are entitled to receive a copy of the police report. Insist on it, as you are the victim and by law are entitled to seek compensation for your losses. Tell the police department that I said you are entitled to have a copy of the police report.

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Answered on 2/11/10, 8:05 pm
BRUCE NELSON BRUCE E. NELSON ATTORNEY AT LAW

I second Mr. Marmans comment but it might not be available yet if the accident happened within last 10 days

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Answered on 2/11/10, 10:16 pm
Steven Kuhn Steven Kuhn

In addition to getting the police report, follow up to see if the driver is convicted of a felony. If so, you may be entitled to attorney's fees under the law and it may make it worthwhile to retain legal counsel on this case. Were you injured in the accident? Are your damages over $7,500? I would need answers to these questions to advise you further.

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Answered on 2/12/10, 7:53 am
Melvin C. Belli The Belli Law Firm

.Everyone is right you are entitled to a copy of the police report because you are a victim. However more importantly did you have uninsured motorist UM coverage and were you hurt? If you had insurance coverage, get your insurance to get you a copy. If you had UM coverage and were hurt call me at (866) 981-1850 or visit our website at www.bellilawfirm.com. We can help you get a recovery for your property damage and injuries as well as get you a copy of the police report. So call us for a free interview and if we can help you we will take your case on a contingent fee basis which means we wont get paid until you do.

Even if you don't qualify give me a call and I will give you a free consultation.

Good luck and hope to hear from you.

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Answered on 2/12/10, 6:15 pm


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