If I backed into someone in a parking lot and their car was sticking out from their space, am I to blame?
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If I backed into someone in a parking lot and their car was sticking out from their space, am I to blame?
Asked on January 21, 2015 under Accident Law, Maryland
Answers:
Gregory Abbott / Consumer Law Northwest
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
If the other car was parked and you were moving, yes you are likely to be held liable. Depending upon the exact details and facts, you may or may not be able to hold the parked car's owner partially liable as well but you are not likely to be able to get off the hook for the bulk of the repair cost.
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