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My first Accident - 3/9/2007 9:04:39 AM

HummerGuy

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Long story short, I backed into someone in front of my wife's work. My rear driver's side bumper smooshed in the front pass. side headlight/fender of an older 240SX. I fixed mine last night by removing the rear bumper, straightening my nice Route 66 plates that kinda look nice now

That car is so low, I literally didn't see it in my mirrors. I was backing into a spot on a side street and this car came behind me, then I went into resverse, then poof. It wasn't too bad, but since the guy and his wife didn't have his ID and insurance, so I got lucky that he doesn't want much. It could have been worse. I'm just giving him some money and it's all good. He was nice, she was nice, my wife's family was all there (happend in front of her sister's tax office) and of course they were making a stink, even though it was my fault, they are saying don't pay they didn't have their ID. Well, I'm a little disturbed now that her sister, brother, etc, all have the mentallity that if you can get away with it, do it. I am all about doing the right thing.

The only thing I have to buy for my H3 is a new bulb for the plate light. The dent is still there, but not a biggie. I'll put the plastic back on tonight and get it looking normal again.

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RE: My first Accident - 3/9/2007 9:41:25 AM

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Sorry to hear that... At least you didn't back up into a Z06. One suggestion---- BACKUP SENSORS! Best thing I did for the truck (except mudflaps and a snipped off antenna!)

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RE: My first Accident - 3/9/2007 9:54:59 AM

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That car was just as low. Even after I hit the guy, I couldn't see the car in any of my mirrors. I had the mirrors set a little high because I do mostly highway driving, but that was crazy. I didnt see what I hit until I stepped out of the car! So I really wasn't neglegent, but I know to keep my mirrors pointed down now.

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RE: My first Accident - 3/9/2007 10:04:10 AM

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doesn't the H3 come with curb assist side view mirrors? they wouldn't help directly behind you, but the H2s side view mirrors tilt down when you put it in reverse.

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RE: My first Accident - 3/9/2007 10:08:29 AM

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No they don't. He was on the side of me in the rear. It's a nasty blind spot I discovered the hard way, not in the typical place you would normally have one. I don't know how to explain it. Since this is the first time I have ever hit anybody in my life, I think I'm doing ok so far for being 31. I finally have a notch on my belt.

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RE: My first Accident - 3/9/2007 10:46:14 AM

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Screw that, make them put in an insurance claim .. probably didn't want to because they don't have any insurance themselves or something ... I'd NEVER give em money .. hell, why do you think I maintain my insurance!??? Allstate with accident forgiveness baby, yeah ...

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RE: My first Accident - 3/9/2007 12:14:13 PM

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and pay a 500 deductible to fix 800 of damage and have it on my record, when i'm only giving him 600 and save 100 bucks? Not worth it dude. I'd rather work 2 or 3 extra hours and make that money then dealing with the BS that comes with all this.

I have Allstate also, but not worth all the BS.

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RE: My first Accident - 3/9/2007 12:37:02 PM

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and pay a 500 deductible to fix 800 of damage and have it on my record, when i'm only giving him 600 and save 100 bucks? Not worth it dude. I'd rather work 2 or 3 extra hours and make that money then dealing with the BS that comes with all this.

jeeez... I need a different job.. I guess crime does pay...

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RE: My first Accident - 3/9/2007 1:31:09 PM

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Hey now, just because I work for a lawfirm doesn't mean people are constantly screwing other people over for money and power and doing things they shouldn't be doing. Oh, wait, nevermind, you are right!

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RE: My first Accident - 3/9/2007 1:37:45 PM

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quote:

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and pay a 500 deductible to fix 800 of damage and have it on my record, when i'm only giving him 600 and save 100 bucks? Not worth it dude. I'd rather work 2 or 3 extra hours and make that money then dealing with the BS that comes with all this.

I have Allstate also, but not worth all the BS.

Correct me if I am wrong here .. your deductible is 500, you gave him $600 .. how exactly does that save you $100 bucks!? Sounds like you spent $100 dollars MORE to me. I just don't see the point of maintaining auto insurance if you pay people off cash .. now what if he goes and makes a claim ON TOP OF IT!?!?! Just a thought ...

And *NEVER* expect people to do the right thing when it involves money ... that's like asking to get screwed prison style ....

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RE: My first Accident - 3/9/2007 1:42:59 PM

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[And ... that's like asking to get screwed prison style ....

Ummm..you speak from experience Bubba?

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RE: My first Accident - 3/9/2007 1:45:26 PM

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Hey now, just because I work for a lawfirm doesn't mean people are constantly screwing other people over for money and power and doing things they shouldn't be doing. Oh, wait, nevermind, you are right!

i reckon since u work for a lawfirm u'll aready know this but make him sign something to show thats its paid infull
i'd hate to see him try to get more out of ya later
just an idea to cover ur butt

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RE: My first Accident - 3/9/2007 1:51:47 PM

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I definintely will. My point is that my time and clean driving record is worth more then saving $100 by going through the insurance company. They can't file a claim. I have 5 witnesses that all saw and heard both of them say he was driving with no license or insurance. He is honestly afraid of ME filing a report on him. Why should I go through all that crap for what, so I can get out of paying an extra 100 bux, when I'll have to spend 500 on the insurance and all my time and money working on it, not to mention having that crap on my record? It's not worth it to me.

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RE: My first Accident - 3/9/2007 1:58:18 PM

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So sorry to hear that..I admire your honesty, there are alot of people out there who just don't give a damn..If my hummer was hit by another vehicle, I'm sure they wouldn't think twice about leaving their name or #..they would go home and not have a guilt at all..

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RE: My first Accident - 3/9/2007 2:19:35 PM

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Thank you! That's exactly why even though people say, well I wouldn't do this or they wouldn't do that, I won't turn into one of those people. If it comes and bites me back, then it does, but oh well, I know I am doing the right thing, and that means more to me then money.

Besides, the last thing I wanted was to see a guy that was trying to be nice about it get arrested in front of his 4 year old son because he forgot his license. People make mistakes in life. If there was more forgiveness in the world then finger pointing then the world would be a better place.

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