If I agree to pay the body shop for damages to someone’s vehicle that I rear-ended, how do I protect myself from them later asking for other compensation?
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If I agree to pay the body shop for damages to someone’s vehicle that I rear-ended, how do I protect myself from them later asking for other compensation?
Asked on May 22, 2014 under Accident Law, Texas
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
The other party has to sign a release of all claims in order to receive the settlement (your payment). By signing the release, the other party won't be able to seek additional compensation in the future or file a lawsuit.
At the law library, look in the index of Pleading and Practice under release of claims and settlement. This will give you the language you will need for your settlement and release. Ask the law librarian to help you find it.
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