Legal Question in Traffic Law in Michigan

Traffic incident

I have unintentionally backed up into a vehicle parked illegally, on the street, and blocking my driveway. No police report was written. Who's at fault? Am I liable to compensate the other party?


Asked on 7/16/08, 4:03 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Audra Arndt Audra A. Arndt & Associates, PLLC

Re: Traffic incident

You could be - your insurance companies would likely fight it out. Even though the vehicle was parked illegally, you are still supposed to keep a lookout as to where your vehicle is going, i.e., what if a person was there? I would wait to see if the other party demands money from you and then talk to your insurance agent if you can't resolve it.

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Answered on 7/22/08, 8:00 pm


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