Really bummed... (accident 964 RWB)
Burning Brakes
Joined: Dec 2002
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From: Vancouver B C
Thanks again guys, to answer one of the questions above, we were pushed/thrown forward about 10-15 feet, really glad we didn't hit another car in the front or even the cross-walkers....
I can't imagine if we hadn't been there, there is a good chance the CHP would have hit the folks on the cross-walk!
I can't imagine if we hadn't been there, there is a good chance the CHP would have hit the folks on the cross-walk!
hope everything works out for you.
Three Wheelin'
Joined: Apr 2011
Posts: 1,319
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From: Los Angeles
Terrible story! Unfortunately it was the cop that hit you. Of course it is their word against yours and theirs will always hold up. I sincerely hope they take full responsibility for the accident and don't pull any of that "he slammed on the brakes." I've never heard a positive outcome from an accident with a cop. Again, it's probably best to lawyer up. Here's to a speedy recovery
Burning Brakes
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 765
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From: British Columbia, Canada
The cop will have the full power of the government working for them.
Rennlist Member
Joined: Aug 2006
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From: Finland
Anyway, in Crescent City, I stopped at cross walk for 2 folks to cross. And then the CHP officer hit us at 35mph. It pushed the car forward about 10-15 feet.
The officer said that she stopped looking at the road to observe oncoming drivers using their cell phones.
The officer said that she stopped looking at the road to observe oncoming drivers using their cell phones.
Seriously, it seems CHP needs to re-evaluate their strategy on enforcing highway safety and the instructions they give their patrollers.
That is just the stupidest thing ever!
Sorry to hear about your injuries and your car, hopefully all turns to the best and you are back on the road with the badass 964 soon!
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Instructor
Joined: Mar 2011
Posts: 174
Likes: 7
From: Palo Alto, CA
Update:
- Property repair has been agreed upon, its about $20k in repairs, my insurance covered all this
- Their insurance has agreed to a rental for a few months (probably 3) while repairs happen, reimbursement for my deductible and towing
- Their insurance is going to cover our health costs, but still needs to be worked out how much. My son just cleared his concussion process but is still taking it easy.
- Only remaining open issue is the diminished value of the car. I need an expert to write up a letter on the diminished value aspect. Anyone have any ideas on that? PM me please
So all in all, not all bad.
- Property repair has been agreed upon, its about $20k in repairs, my insurance covered all this
- Their insurance has agreed to a rental for a few months (probably 3) while repairs happen, reimbursement for my deductible and towing
- Their insurance is going to cover our health costs, but still needs to be worked out how much. My son just cleared his concussion process but is still taking it easy.
- Only remaining open issue is the diminished value of the car. I need an expert to write up a letter on the diminished value aspect. Anyone have any ideas on that? PM me please
So all in all, not all bad.
Drifting
Joined: Feb 2011
Posts: 2,125
Likes: 119
From: germany
Update:
- Property repair has been agreed upon, its about $20k in repairs, my insurance covered all this
- Their insurance has agreed to a rental for a few months (probably 3) while repairs happen, reimbursement for my deductible and towing
- Their insurance is going to cover our health costs, but still needs to be worked out how much. My son just cleared his concussion process but is still taking it easy.
- Only remaining open issue is the diminished value of the car. I need an expert to write up a letter on the diminished value aspect. Anyone have any ideas on that? PM me please
So all in all, not all bad.
- Property repair has been agreed upon, its about $20k in repairs, my insurance covered all this
- Their insurance has agreed to a rental for a few months (probably 3) while repairs happen, reimbursement for my deductible and towing
- Their insurance is going to cover our health costs, but still needs to be worked out how much. My son just cleared his concussion process but is still taking it easy.
- Only remaining open issue is the diminished value of the car. I need an expert to write up a letter on the diminished value aspect. Anyone have any ideas on that? PM me please
So all in all, not all bad.
Shouldn't THEIR insurance be covering EVERYTHING in spades??
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Michael S. Palmer
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Joined: Feb 2007
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From: Arizona
Ditto that comment!
I know the state is doing bad....but C'mon.....
If they are 100% at fault then they have 100% of the responsibility.
If your insurance covers any part on this, then most likely it will be passed back on to you somehow.
I really hope you consulted a legal expert...
Glad everyone is healthy...the rest can be fixed!
I know the state is doing bad....but C'mon.....
If they are 100% at fault then they have 100% of the responsibility.
If your insurance covers any part on this, then most likely it will be passed back on to you somehow.
I really hope you consulted a legal expert...
Glad everyone is healthy...the rest can be fixed!
Racer
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 380
Likes: 30
Update:
- Property repair has been agreed upon, its about $20k in repairs, my insurance covered all this
- Their insurance has agreed to a rental for a few months (probably 3) while repairs happen, reimbursement for my deductible and towing
- Their insurance is going to cover our health costs, but still needs to be worked out how much. My son just cleared his concussion process but is still taking it easy.
- Only remaining open issue is the diminished value of the car. I need an expert to write up a letter on the diminished value aspect. Anyone have any ideas on that? PM me please
So all in all, not all bad.
- Property repair has been agreed upon, its about $20k in repairs, my insurance covered all this
- Their insurance has agreed to a rental for a few months (probably 3) while repairs happen, reimbursement for my deductible and towing
- Their insurance is going to cover our health costs, but still needs to be worked out how much. My son just cleared his concussion process but is still taking it easy.
- Only remaining open issue is the diminished value of the car. I need an expert to write up a letter on the diminished value aspect. Anyone have any ideas on that? PM me please
So all in all, not all bad.
