Legal Question in Personal Injury in California

Personal Injury-Hit by major Grocer delivery truck

I was hit (T-boned) in my driver's side by a .com delivery truck from a major grocery store. I am injured, haven't been able to work. Worse yet - the accident happened while I was

leaving a hospital, on my way to find hospice care for my mother who has since died. This was all during the holidays so of course I had no gifts for my children...etc. The at fault

party (they admit to fault) delivered me a rental car and reimbursed me all that I asked for my totalled car. Now I need to money to live on and essential services taken care of. Can I accept these payments from them without compromising my settlement? Does signing a check constitute an agreement if the check states ''partial settlement''.


Asked on 1/13/05, 4:56 pm

4 Answers from Attorneys
Daniel King Law Offices of Daniel King

Re: Personal Injury-Hit by major Grocer delivery truck

it sounds as if you do NOT have legal representation. you need to speak with a lawyer, and if a lawyer is not handling your case, you need to do this NOW.

please call me if you like. don't do, say, or sign ANYTHING without having things reviewed.

call for an appointment. if i am not in at the moment, leave a message. thanks.

daniel king

818 587-9299

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Answered on 1/14/05, 11:29 am
OCEAN BEACH ASSOCIATES OCEAN BEACH ASSOCIATES

Re: Personal Injury-Hit by major Grocer delivery truck

You need representation to get you medical care, and the full value of your case. Be very careful. You should not be in communication with the at fault party or the insurance company or legal representative as anything you say may decrease the value of the case. Call me directly at (619) 222-3504.

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Answered on 1/14/05, 1:12 pm
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

Re: Personal Injury-Hit by major Grocer delivery truck

You should be able to take 'partial' payments as you go without completely prejudicing your case. But, without experienced counsel, you are virtually guaranteed not to get full value from the insurance company, nor will you know the value. Contact me if interested in getting it handled correctly.

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Answered on 1/14/05, 4:34 pm
Sam Eagle LAW OFFICES OF SAM M. EAGLE

Re: Personal Injury-Hit by major Grocer delivery truck

You're OK taking money for property damage items but be careful if you're asked to sign any releases. Signing a check doesn't constitute a release. But sounds like you should have an atty with all that's going on. You'll have to put together your medical documents, wage loss and determine fair pain and suffering.

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Answered on 1/14/05, 6:52 pm


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