What to do if a friend claims that I damaged the hood of his car but won’t give proof of damage?
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What to do if a friend claims that I damaged the hood of his car but won’t give proof of damage?
It has been past 3 days since the claimed damage was done. If no proof has been given, must I entitled to pay it?
Asked on February 27, 2013 under Accident Law, California
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
If you don't pay then you can be sued in small claims court. However, once there, a judge will ask for proof of the claimed amount of damages. If it's not provided then you won't be obilgated to pay. On the other hand, if proof is provided you may be found liable. At that point, you will owe not only the cost of repairs but for court filing fees, etc.
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