Legal Question in Personal Injury in California

I was found to be at fault in a car accident. My question is: if the injured party sues above the amount of my policy, can he come after my personal residence? That is the only asset that I own.


Asked on 10/20/10, 10:57 am

3 Answers from Attorneys
Joe Marman Law Office of Joseph Marman

Yes, they can come after you for money beyond your limits. Fortunately, that does not happen too often as the aggravation factor prevents that mostly.

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Answered on 10/25/10, 11:24 am
BARRY BESSER LAW OFFICES OF BARRY I. BESSER

Yes, that can happen.

BARRY BESSER

www.besserlaw.com

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Answered on 10/26/10, 12:15 am
Aimee Morris

Usually, the attorney hired by your insurance company convinces the other side to settle for the policy limits.

If they do obtain a judgment in excess of the policy limits, you have other remedies at your disposal, i.e., bankruptcy and/or claims of exemption. Take this matter one step at a time. Let's see if they will take policy limits first.

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Answered on 10/26/10, 9:58 am


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