If someone struck our dog after it escaped the yard and claim the accident caused over $1800 in car damage, since we paid a $500 deductible are we on the hook for the remaining $1300?
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If someone struck our dog after it escaped the yard and claim the accident caused over $1800 in car damage, since we paid a $500 deductible are we on the hook for the remaining $1300?
Asked on June 10, 2013 under Accident Law, Arizona
Answers:
Anne Brady / Law Office of Anne Brady
Answered 10 years ago | Contributor
Whether or not the driver has insurance and how much his insurance paid does not affect your liability in Arizona. If you are liable for $1,800 in damages, then that is what you owe. The insurance company will want repaid, but that will be between the driver and his insurance company.
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