Stacy Barrett
Attorney · UC Law San Francisco
What If I'm Hit By Someone Who is Driving a Rental Car?
When the driver who hit you was operating a rental car, it doesn't present as much legal gray area as you might think, but it does raise some unique issues. ... READ MORE
What If I Crash a Rental Car and I Didn't Buy the Insurance?
Declining the rental car company's offer of insurance at the counter doesn't necessarily spell trouble if you end up in an accident, especially since your own car insurance will likely have you covered. ... READ MORE
Can I Still Sue For a Car Accident If I Don't Have Car Insurance?
If you drive without car insurance, you can be fined or have your license suspended, but you can probably still get compensation for your losses (though that compensation may be limited). ... READ MORE
What Happens If I Get Into an Accident During a Test Drive?
Accidents during a vehicle test drive aren't common, but they can get complicated, especially when it comes to figuring out whose insurance will cover injuries and vehicle damage resulting from the crash. ... READ MORE
Rental Car Accidents
You rented a car, and now you've been in an accident. Whose insurance covers the crash, and how is a personal injury claim likely to play out? ... READ MORE
Sample Demand Letter—Vehicle Damage
A demand letter is your best chance to frame your vehicle damage claim for a fair settlement. Use this sample correspondence as a guide when drafting your own letter to the at-fault driver's insurance company. ... READ MORE
Do I Have to Use a Car Insurance Settlement for Repairs?
Can you use the insurance company's payment for something other than getting your car fixed? ... READ MORE
The Insurance Company Says My Car Is a Total Loss. What Happens Next?
A total loss car is a car that can’t be repaired safely or that an adjuster decides will cost more to fix than the car is worth. ... READ MORE
What If I Still Owe Money on a Totaled Vehicle After a Car Accident?
Totaling your car in an accident is bad enough, but to add insult to injury, you're most likely still responsible for any outstanding balance on your car loan. ... READ MORE
Criminal Depositions: Preserving Witness Testimony
In criminal cases, depositions are normally taken to preserve testimony from a witness. A deposition isn't meant as a discovery device in a criminal case. ... READ MORE