California Car Accident Compensation

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In California, the driver who rear-ends another car is typically at fault. You should report the accident to your insurance and may be entitled to compensation. If the at-fault drivers insurance wont cover your vehicles loss of depreciation, you can claim diminished value. Proving diminished value can be challenging, so consider getting a professional appraisal and contacting a personal injury attorney for guidance.

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Hello ****, I'm here to help. Could you provide more details about the accident? Also, please tell me where this accident occurred so I can provide location-specific information.
It occurred on a California freeway. A car rearended my car.
Hello ****, I'm sorry to hear about your accident. In California:
- The driver who rear-ends a car is typically at fault.
- You should report the accident to your insurance.
- You might be entitled to compensation.
May I suggest getting in touch with a local personal injury attorney for further assistance?
The other oersons insurance will not cover my vehicle's loss of depreciation of a new car
Hello ****, I understand your situation. In California, you can claim diminished value from the at-fault driver's insurance. However, it can be challenging. You might want to consider:
- Proving that your car's value has decreased.
- Getting a professional appraisal.
- Contacting a personal injury attorney for guidance.