Should I sue for damages??

[Lauren]

I was involved in an auto accident Thursday. There were two 18 year old boys were weaving in and out of traffic for a few miles and then one crossed 2 lanes of traffic in an attempt to do a U turn and I hit him in the drivers side. The police report looks very much in my favor but my car is totalled. (Fault is decided by the insurance companies in my state.) The car's blue book is only about $1000 but it was worth a lot more to me getting to school and work. Since they were driving irresponsibly, can I sue for the cost of a car so I don't have to take out a loan to buy another?

Thanks
Lauren

 

[Haley3]

Lauren I think you may want to look at the "please????" folder....

and yes, the boys insurance company should pay for any and all expenses that you incur as a result of the accident!

 

[Lauren]

<BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Arial, Helvetica, Verdana">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Haley3:
Lauren I think you may want to look at the "please????" folder....

and yes, the boys insurance company should pay for any and all expenses that you incur as a result of the accident!<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

Haley
I know that they will pay the money that the car is worth but I will still have to take out a loan for a new car. Is it worth it to sue for that money is what I'm getting at?
Thanks

 

[I AM ALWAYS LIABLE]

<BLOCKQUOTE><font size="1" face="Arial, Helvetica, Verdana">quote:</font><HR>Originally posted by Lauren:
Haley
I know that they will pay the money that the car is worth but I will still have to take out a loan for a new car. Is it worth it to sue for that money is what I'm getting at?
Thanks<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>


My response:

You can only sue for the "fair market" value of the vehicle. You're not entitled, by law, for any intrinsic value, or sentimental value. Only the fair market value, which is what a "bonified buyer" would pay, but for the damages. Unfortunately, you'll need to take out a loan if you want to purchase a vehicle that is better than the one you lost in this matter - - or, you can find one just like it and use the money they give you for that one.

IAAL


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[Lauren]

Am I entitled to get a rent-a-car till I am able to recieve the money from the insurance company? If so will that be covered by the other persons insurance or do I have to pay for it up front and sue later? Can I sue for wreckless operation or failure to control your vehicle. These kids were out of control and deserve to be punished. I could have died.

[This message has been edited by Lauren (edited May 05, 2000).]