Is the auto insurance company of the drunk that hit my house required to pay my medical bills?
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Is the auto insurance company of the drunk that hit my house required to pay my medical bills?
My home was struck by a drunk driver and he tore up my landscaping. While the cops were arresting the drunk I was showing another officer the damage that was caused by the vehicle. When show the damage to the officer I stepped in one of the tire ruts near my home and because of the rain at the time and the driver causing the rut, I fell and tore a tendon in my ankle. Is it possible to make his insurance pay for my medical?
Asked on November 4, 2011 under Personal Injury, Indiana
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FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 12 years ago | Contributor
If there was an incident at your home casued by a drunk driver and you suffered personal injuries as the direct result of this driver in addition to property damage (torn tendon) you have a viable basis for reimbursement of your medical bills in addition to the property damage from the insurance carrier of the drunk driver.
I would send written letter to the insurance carrier with all receipts and medical records setting forth your claim for reimbursement. If the carrier refuses to pay you the demand, your option is to directly sue the person who caused the damages.
Good luck.
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