I was in a car accident where the other driver admitted fault, and their insurance company also accepted responsibility. However, I’m still driving my damaged car, which feels unsafe, and I haven’t been given a rental. I’ve reached out to three lawyers, but they all seemed focused on bodily injury claims, not property damage. I just need help getting my car situation sorted out. Has anyone been through this or know how to find the right kind of help?
It’s tough to find a lawyer for property damage alone since most work on a contingent fee, which usually applies to injury cases. You might need to pay a lawyer hourly for this.
Flint said:
It’s tough to find a lawyer for property damage alone since most work on a contingent fee, which usually applies to injury cases. You might need to pay a lawyer hourly for this.
Yeah, I had a similar experience. Ended up paying a lawyer a flat fee to handle the property damage claim—it was worth it to get it resolved quickly.
Flint said:
It’s tough to find a lawyer for property damage alone since most work on a contingent fee, which usually applies to injury cases. You might need to pay a lawyer hourly for this.
Maybe try asking the insurance company directly for a rental. Sometimes they delay hoping you’ll give up.
You could try contacting the insurance adjuster again and pushing them for updates. Document everything—calls, emails, etc.
Rowan said:
You could try contacting the insurance adjuster again and pushing them for updates. Document everything—calls, emails, etc.
Absolutely. If you keep a record, it helps if you decide to escalate the situation later.
If the car is unsafe, you might want to take it to a repair shop and get an independent assessment. Then send that to the insurance company to speed things up.
Keenan said:
If the car is unsafe, you might want to take it to a repair shop and get an independent assessment. Then send that to the insurance company to speed things up.
Good idea. I did that once, and the insurance company acted faster once I sent them the repair shop’s report.
It’s frustrating, but property damage claims often get less attention. You might need to stay on top of the insurance company and be persistent.
Some insurance companies offer rental reimbursement in their policies. Check if that’s something you’re entitled to—could save you a lot of hassle.