My car was hit in a parking lot..not at fault
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My car was hit in a parking lot..not at fault
Can I keep the money the insurance pays instead of fixing the car
Asked on June 12, 2009 under Accident Law, California
Answers:
MD, Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 15 years ago | Contributor
You can do that, yes. Just remember though, in that situation, the check has to be made out to you solely. Not you and the lien holder of the vehicle if you still owe on it.
If the insurance company refuses to make it out to you solely, contact the California Department of Insurance and file a grievance.
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