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What if I get into an accident with an uninsured driver, but I went into that person, and it's my fault?

What happens in a case where I crash into an uninsured driver?

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  • Jay P
    Lv 7
    9 years ago
    Favorite Answer

    What happens now is exactly what would happen had you hit a driver with insurance. You are still responsible. The only difference is that the other driver won't have the benefit of an insurance company to represent them throughout the process.

    In most cases, drivers without insurance see dollar signs when they are in an accident and are not at fault. So definitely report it to your insurance company ASAP. Expect that the other driver is going to hire an attorney and sue you for damages. However, since you have insurance, you company will negotiate a settlement and cover you up to you limits on liability.

  • Mushu
    Lv 7
    9 years ago

    If you're at fault, you're at fault. You still have a responsibility to cover their damage. Their uninsured status didn't cause the accident.

  • 9 years ago

    If you crashed into him, what difference does it make if he has insurance or not? You are liable for his damages and/or injuries. You're going to need insurance, not him.

  • Anonymous
    9 years ago

    Well just make sure you have safety first and it'll take from there okay:)

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