Forking wrecked my Fat Bob
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Cruiser
Joined: Apr 2010
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From: Columbus, NC
Thanks for all the input guys.
I'm not trying to pass the blame here, I'm not sure of the laws but have been told that in SC in a passing zone the driver needs to make sure that its is clear to make said turn in either front or from passing vehicles before turning regardless of turn signal or not. But I'm unsure of this as of now it looks like my insurance will have to pay for all damages. I just think that if this law is correct that he should at least pay for his damages and I pay for mine. Seems fair enough to me. Not looking for a big pay-out here just want what is fair. I'll talk to my insurance about this but haven't been able to reach him today.
Yesterday I was contacted my my adjuster with a total his offer was 14,029.00 that's with my deductiable taken out for a 2010 Fat Bob 12,789 miles I asked for a breakdown of the accessories and he didn't have them all. Still need to work out the details but seems to be in the right ball park.
I'm not trying to pass the blame here, I'm not sure of the laws but have been told that in SC in a passing zone the driver needs to make sure that its is clear to make said turn in either front or from passing vehicles before turning regardless of turn signal or not. But I'm unsure of this as of now it looks like my insurance will have to pay for all damages. I just think that if this law is correct that he should at least pay for his damages and I pay for mine. Seems fair enough to me. Not looking for a big pay-out here just want what is fair. I'll talk to my insurance about this but haven't been able to reach him today.
Yesterday I was contacted my my adjuster with a total his offer was 14,029.00 that's with my deductiable taken out for a 2010 Fat Bob 12,789 miles I asked for a breakdown of the accessories and he didn't have them all. Still need to work out the details but seems to be in the right ball park.
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From: Columbus, NC
No guardian bell not a superstitious type. And if I'm not mistaken in order for the bell to work it needs to be given to you. So I didn't have one.
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Joined: Sep 2010
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From: Nomad
I read an article recently about the percentage of drivers who are too F'N LAZY to use their damn turn signals. It's like 70% or something like that. Drives me nuts! But that's just another of the many reasons not to trust anybody.
But, yeah, if I see brake lights and it's not clear why they're slowing down, I back off and wait. Call me chickenshit, I don't care. Survived almost 40 years...
Glad you're still in one piece.
But, yeah, if I see brake lights and it's not clear why they're slowing down, I back off and wait. Call me chickenshit, I don't care. Survived almost 40 years...
Glad you're still in one piece.
I would talk to a attorney that specialized in traffic accidents, and offers a free consultation... if he believes that the driver is at fault, he would offer to take in on contingency, if it is not sure, he would want money up front... that would give you a good idea of who would get assessed fault in court.
if the law states that the driver has to make sure that it is clear to his left, it would make him at least partially responsible.
$14,000 for your 2010 fat bob is pretty good... i paid $13,000 for my 2011 last november with 6,000 miles on it... bone stock...
Good luck with what ever you decide to do, glad your ok and will be able to ride again soon...
if the law states that the driver has to make sure that it is clear to his left, it would make him at least partially responsible.
$14,000 for your 2010 fat bob is pretty good... i paid $13,000 for my 2011 last november with 6,000 miles on it... bone stock...
Good luck with what ever you decide to do, glad your ok and will be able to ride again soon...
Thanks for all the input guys.
I'm not trying to pass the blame here, I'm not sure of the laws but have been told that in SC in a passing zone the driver needs to make sure that its is clear to make said turn in either front or from passing vehicles before turning regardless of turn signal or not. But I'm unsure of this as of now it looks like my insurance will have to pay for all damages. I just think that if this law is correct that he should at least pay for his damages and I pay for mine. Seems fair enough to me. Not looking for a big pay-out here just want what is fair. I'll talk to my insurance about this but haven't been able to reach him today.
Yesterday I was contacted my my adjuster with a total his offer was 14,029.00 that's with my deductiable taken out for a 2010 Fat Bob 12,789 miles I asked for a breakdown of the accessories and he didn't have them all. Still need to work out the details but seems to be in the right ball park.
I'm not trying to pass the blame here, I'm not sure of the laws but have been told that in SC in a passing zone the driver needs to make sure that its is clear to make said turn in either front or from passing vehicles before turning regardless of turn signal or not. But I'm unsure of this as of now it looks like my insurance will have to pay for all damages. I just think that if this law is correct that he should at least pay for his damages and I pay for mine. Seems fair enough to me. Not looking for a big pay-out here just want what is fair. I'll talk to my insurance about this but haven't been able to reach him today.
Yesterday I was contacted my my adjuster with a total his offer was 14,029.00 that's with my deductiable taken out for a 2010 Fat Bob 12,789 miles I asked for a breakdown of the accessories and he didn't have them all. Still need to work out the details but seems to be in the right ball park.
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From: Colorado Springs, CO
Glad you're going to be okay.
Not to beat on you.....but this is exactly why I stay completely away from cars.
They didn't mean to hit you......this kind of thing just happens....so I avoid the "chance" by speeding up or slowing down to get away from all cars.
Sounds like a PITA, but after awhile, you do it without even thinking about it.
~Joe
Not to beat on you.....but this is exactly why I stay completely away from cars.
They didn't mean to hit you......this kind of thing just happens....so I avoid the "chance" by speeding up or slowing down to get away from all cars.
Sounds like a PITA, but after awhile, you do it without even thinking about it.
~Joe
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Joined: May 2012
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From: CA
My thoughts on what I've seen so far:
- Research the applicable state law for passing. Come to a conlusion of what a realistic outcome should be
- Work with your insurance to see how that works out
- Don't say more than you need to your own insurance co. Don't answer ANY questions to the other guys insurance, just tell him to talk to your insurance co. Don't let them see the bike/get picutres unless your insurance co tells you to
- Lawyer up if you believe the outcome was unfair
My uneducated opinion is this will resovle as 50/50.
- Research the applicable state law for passing. Come to a conlusion of what a realistic outcome should be
- Work with your insurance to see how that works out
- Don't say more than you need to your own insurance co. Don't answer ANY questions to the other guys insurance, just tell him to talk to your insurance co. Don't let them see the bike/get picutres unless your insurance co tells you to
- Lawyer up if you believe the outcome was unfair
My uneducated opinion is this will resovle as 50/50.
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Joined: Jul 2008
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From: Idaho
for what it's worth my 2 cents say that if you do not have a police report you are done. My experience has always been to get a police report at an accident or you have nothing. The insurance companies like them because it makes blame easier to assess. IF the police report had stated the driver of the car was at fault then your insurance company would be going after them with a vengeance. Likewise an attorney with a police report stating the other driver is at fault will do the same.
It's unfortunate that we live in a litigious society, but if you try something legal without a statement of fault then the only winners will be the attorney's and insurance companies.
It's unfortunate that we live in a litigious society, but if you try something legal without a statement of fault then the only winners will be the attorney's and insurance companies.
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Joined: Oct 2008
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From: Greenville,Texas
Been there done that, kind of ****'s ya off does't it? it did me. I wanted to get up and whack the guy in the head with my helmet. As has been said, very glad your son was not with you, and you are going to be okay. Don't rush the healing process! 