How much can I hold the city responsible for? Repairs/replacement/decrease in value of my vehicle, missed wages, my insurance deductible, lawyer, etc?

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How much can I hold the city responsible for? Repairs/replacement/decrease in value of my vehicle, missed wages, my insurance deductible, lawyer, etc?

2 days ago my parked truck was side-swiped by a city dump truck leaving the vehicle undriveable. I’ve missed work and other functions due to no mode of transportation. City not returning my calls nor handling the situation in a prompt manner. I may have to go through my insurance and pay deductible since the city is not handling this issue and I need a vehicle.

Asked on June 11, 2009 under Accident Law, California

Answers:

J.M.A., Member in Good Standing of the Connecticut Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney

Answered 14 years ago | Contributor

I am a lawyer in CT.  You need to file a notice of claim with the town clerk in the town that your car was in and then file a lawsuit for damages against the city.  I am not aware of your insurance covereage -i.e. rental car coverage.  If you do not have coverage I suggest that you pay out of your pocket and then seek reimbursement in court.  You need to hire a lawyer in CA to deal with this asap.  Look for a lawyer that handles personal injury claims.


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