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So, the car accident I was in turned to a 'no fault' status because it was their word against mine. Neither insurance company will pay for damages to my vehicle. When I got my senses back after the collision and after all the smoke/powder filling my vehicle I got out and breathed. I walked over to the other driver's car and looked into their window to see if they were ok. They were sitting there texting. They saw me looking in then got out of their vehicle. I asked them if they were ok... they said in broken English that they don't speak English. They kept texting. I did not have my cell phone on me, so, I couldn't call 911. They still were not calling 911 and they didn't try to ask me if I were ok. A few strangers asked me if I needed them to call 911 and I told them yes because I didn't have a phone on me. The other driver kept texting. When 911 first responders arrived the other driver still kept texting whoever. After the initial look-over by EMT and I said I was fine, and gave the gist to a cop, I stood there waiting. The cop then said to me, "it's raining, do you want to sit in my car?" I said yes. While I sat in the cop car I saw first responders taking A Lot of time with the other driver. The first responders took about 2 minutes total with me, while they took about 30+ minutes with the other driver who was also Not severely injured. They stayed with the other driver as they got their belongings out of the damaged car once someone showed up to pick up the other driver. Both vehicles were towed. I had nobody to pick me up. The cop asked me if someone could as I said no. If the cop didn't give me a ride home I would have been walking home about 2-3+ miles in the rain. I don't mind the rain - what I mind is the damn texting. I wonder still if the other driver was texting while driving - not paying attention. Now, I'm out of my only vehicle which is a Huge deal for me in My life.
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That is unfortunate. A dashboard camera would have been beneficial. And you could have taken a video had you had a working cell. Don't worry because Karma will find them. I hope you are okay and you get another car soon. I hate when people don't take responsibility for their mistakes. Karma, Phire. It does exist. At least you weren't hurt. Could you file a complaint at the police department? Talk to the desk sergeant. Explain your concerns. They will have to file a report. And you can put everything down in writing. Ask if these people have been in accidents before. There may be a pattern.
Phire1 · 51-55, F
@PoetryNEmotion There was already a police report filed. No one could be found at fault. It is word against word. I am ok and so is the other driver. The only thing that caused bodily injury to me was my airbag being deployed.
@Phire1 If you are not satisfied, I do believe you can complain at the police station. If not, I am sorry that you got screwed. Will you get a camera and take other precautions now?
Phire1 · 51-55, F
@PoetryNEmotion Complaining to the police station would be fruitless. I don't think I should have to have a camera on any car I drive. People should be honest! But they are not and I know that! I wonder how lawful it is for a civilian to have a camera attached to their car...
@Phire1 Dashboard cams are handy. I have one. I am sorry for your loss. I hope you feel better soon.
Phire1 · 51-55, F
@PoetryNEmotion Thank you!!