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Who is at fault for an accident if someone pulls out in front of me?
Is a driver at fault for damage I caused if they pulled out in front of me? I was driving the speed limit and a car pulled out of a driveway in front of me. I swerved to miss them and hit a mailbox instead.
Shannon Martin · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
“Unfortunately, your insurance company will most likely find you liable for the damages to the mailbox.
The other person would not be found at fault for the accident unless their vehicle came into contact with your vehicle. Even then, their
car insurance
company may not accept full liability. It would depend on:
- points of impact
- driver’s statements
If the other vehicle did not come into contact with your car, your insurance company would likely list this as an at-fault accident on your policy.”
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- Gregory R.
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