A member asked over 9 years ago

Motor Vehicle Accident.

I was involved in an accident in a local carpark early this year. We
exchanged all details. It was a low speed accident with a P plate
driver and both cars were able to be driven away and no injuries to
anyone. As I did not hear anything I assumed nothing of it. 10 months
later an insurance company contacted me by phone asking for my address
and sent me a bill for $5200. I informed them that I am willing to pay
half but they say they are taking me to court if I do not pay the full
amount. They also say I will have to pay all legal costs if it goes to
court. Where do I stand?

Law Advisor Research Team
Researchers at LawAdvisor
Hi there. These types of scenarios are common and can be very stressful. Liability for car damage will depend on who was at fault during an accident. If you go to court, the court will determine who was at fault in the accident. If you are found not to be at fault, it is unlikely you will have to pay costs of the other party.
Because they are threatening Court action, a lawyer can help you figure out who was at fault for the accident. This will allow you to understand whether you are liable to pay for the damage. Obviously this is not always an easy thing to determine. Because of this we recommend that you speak with a lawyer who you can describe the accident to and who will help you understand your rights. They will be able to give you guidance on how to fight a claim if you were not responsible.


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