If a city bus hit my legally parked car but I had no insurance, are they obligated to get it fixed?

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If a city bus hit my legally parked car but I had no insurance, are they obligated to get it fixed?

Asked on October 22, 2012 under Accident Law, Michigan

Answers:

Leigh Anne Timiney / Timiney Law Firm

Answered 11 years ago | Contributor

If the other driver is at fault, the fact that you did not have insurance should not be a factor.  The city is responsible for the repair of the damages to your vehicle.  While it is a legal responsibility for you to carry auto insurance, whether or not you have insurance is not a factor when it comes to the repair of your vehicle, as you are not responsible for the accident. 


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