i took my car to a mechanic to have some mechanical repairs done. while in the shop, i was unable to pay the car insurance and it got cancelled. i paid for the repairs. the owner of the shop took the car out for a supposed "test drive" and got into an accident with it.he was charged with the accident, failing to yield the right of way and no seat belt. he told me that his business insurance would not pay for it and that he would fix it out of pocket. it has been three weeks now and i am having to pay for a rental vehical, because my vehical is my job. he is refusing to pay for the rental and is giving me nothing but a run-a-round of excuses as to why my vehical is not fixed. the damage done is about $ 1200. i have talked to lawyers and the are telling me that it is better for me to take him to court myself. because of his negligence, it is causing a finacial and emotional strain on me.
lechisch
He should have a garagekeepers insurance policy for this type of business and it WILL pay for this damage if he was testing out the repairs. Make a claim with his insurance company. If he doesn't have insurance, report him to the better business bureau and the state licensing board and have his garage license yanked.
Sucka
Tell him to loan you a vehicle until your car is fixed. It is only fair.
J D
Unfortunately, It's a civil issue. You have an excellent case because the vehicle was in his care and he is responsible for it. Unfortunately, unless you file suit, you are bound by the repair contract and it's conditions.
I would file a civil suit for damages and negligence on his part for recooperation of money spent on the rental and lost work time. This too will cost to file, but it should be a rather easy trial.
hiring a lawyer would only increase your costs and the judge would not likely award lawyers fees as well. The best bet is to document eveything.
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