Legal Question in Personal Injury in California

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Since you had no insurance your claim for negligence would be limited to out of pock losses. These would include medical expenses, property damage and loss of earnings. However, since the other driver was involved in criminal activities a claim could be made for gross negligence or intentional tort which might not be so limited. Whether or not the other driver's insurance would coverthe loss. Lastly, if you were seriously injured, you can make a claim to the victims of crimes fund. forms for this can be obtained at police stations and district attorneys offices.

I suggest that you contact a competent lawyer in your area that is known for taking difficult injury cases and one that actually goes to trial.

If more is needed, do not hesitate to call or write.

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You only receive damages for out of pocket type expenses, for example lost wages, medical expenses, when YOU do not have insurance.

Joel Selik

www.SelikLaw.com

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Dear Sir or Madam:

I am sure by now you have received numerous responses some with very valuable advice. I am however curious about one thing, why is it that you asked a question to Lawguru on 6/10/03 yet it was posted on 7/1/03? The gap seems to be unreasonably long. I am most interested to know whether before posting your inquiry on the Lawguru's bulletin board if any one contacted you regarding the merits of your case. If it is not much trouble could you please either call me (323)782-0099 or drop me an e-mail and let me know.

On a side note, if you need free legal advice about your afore-mentioed case, do not hesitate to call me or my colleagues on Lawguru who have already responded to your question. Thanks a lot for your anticipated reply.

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if you can email me directly with more facts and how you are looking to proceed in this matter, i may be able to further assist you.

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You need to timely file suit for your injuries and losses. If he had insurance, you should be able to recover a normal settlement or jury verdict and collect on it. His illegal conduct makes the case more valuable, usually. I'd be happy to discuss the facts and case with you. Contact me if interested.

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If you know the identity of the other racer, even if he didn't hit you, he can be sued as well. The police report should list him if known. Contact me.

Re: head on collision

Thank you for your posting.

It's not clear what you seek to do from your email, but if you were hit, and the other party had insurance, you can make a claim for your damages, including your injuries, to the other party's insurance. Our firm can certainly assist you in doing so.

I hope that this information helps, but if you have further questions, want more information, or feel that you need legal representation, please feel free to email me directly at [email protected]. I am happy to help in any way that I can.