**UPDATE 04/09** YACT: I was in a car accident today. **PICS ADDED 04/09**

[Evadman]

Im most instances, if the airbags go off, the insurance just totals it. the airbags alone are a grand plus each.

Glad to hear no one was seriously injured. I suggest u shave the other arm so they match

 

[GalvanizedYankee]

From personal experience: jumpr, have your Doctor, at the very least, examine any areas of your body that sustained
any trauma. Two weeks from now there could be numbness or tingling in that hand. Establish a record of examination
to cover future treatment if problems arise.

Marlins post is spot on.

Happy to hear your OK.

 

Originally posted by: Evadman
I suggest u shave the other arm so they match

It's actually pretty cool...I have hairy arms, so there's a really noticable line where all my hair was burned off and where the sleeve of my jacket protected the rest of my arm. Battle scars.

 

Originally posted by: galvanizedyankee
From personal experience: jumpr, have your Doctor, at the very least, examine any areas of your body that sustained
any trauma. Two weeks from now there could be numbness or tingling in that hand. Establish a record of examination
to cover future treatment if problems arise.

Marlins post is spot on.

Happy to hear your OK.

My dad's a doctor, so I'll have him keep an eye on it. The swelling and redness is actually going down in my wrist, so I think I'll be okay. But I'll heed your advice and keep documentation if it gets worse.

Thanks for the good wishes.

 

Edmunds and KBB.com are reporting that the value of the car when sold would be about $4000-$4400. That would take a HUGE chunk out of a future car's downpayment.

 

[Thegonagle]

Originally posted by: johnjbruin
Sorry to hear that. I was in an accident at 40mph and the airbags deployed in that. Most horrific instance of my life... you can just see the thing blast open everytime i remember the incident very clearly. It was simply horrific...

I don't really remember the airbag from my accident, except that it went off.

I just remember thinking, "Oh God! He's turning! STOP! NO! I hope this doesn't hurt!"

The next thing I remember, I was screeching toward him, realizing that, no way, no how, was I going to stop in time, and I can't turn because I didn't check for pedestrians (yes, I've driven in the city long enough that I actually thought that in a split second reaction), and I'm probably still going way too fast to turn anyway.

And then, POW!

A split second later, as the reality of what had just happened hit me, I saw an already deflated airbag, a dissipating plume of steam from my radiator, the right half of my hood folded into an upside-down vee, and a the side of a Chevy S-10 truck a lot closer than one should ever see through the windshield of a car. Bad, bad, bad.

 

Originally posted by: Thegonagle

Originally posted by: johnjbruin
Sorry to hear that. I was in an accident at 40mph and the airbags deployed in that. Most horrific instance of my life... you can just see the thing blast open everytime i remember the incident very clearly. It was simply horrific...

I don't really remember the airbag from my accident, except that it went off.

I just remember thinking, "Oh God! He's turning! STOP! NO! I hope this doesn't hurt!"

The next thing I remember, I was screeching toward him, realizing that, no way, no how, was I going to stop in time, and I can't turn because I didn't check for pedestrians (yes, I've driven in the city long enough that I actually thought that in a split second reaction), and I'm probably still going way too fast to turn anyway.

And then, POW!

A split second later, as the reality of what had just happened hit me, I saw an already deflated airbag, a dissipating plume of steam from my radiator, the right half of my hood folded into an upside-down vee, and a the side of a Chevy S-10 truck a lot closer than one should ever see through the windshield of a car. Bad, bad, bad.

That's pretty much how mine went, except I realized that I couldn't steer into oncoming traffic (instead of your thought about pedestrians) in order to avoid the Saturn. I don't remember the airbags going off, but I do remember the jolt of ramming the door of the lady's car. It's not a feeling that I would like to experience again.

 

[Riprorin]

Glad to hear you're okay, jumpr. You really handled the situation well.

 

[halik]

where in a2 did this happen outta curiosity?

that car is totaled by the way. The airbags alone will be around 1200 from nissan

 

Originally posted by: Riprorin
Glad to hear you're okay, jumpr. You really handled the situation well.

Thanks...I usually get really mad at idiot drivers like the one that I hit today, but for some reason I guess cooler heads prevailed and I was very civil and friendly toward everyone involved. I think I was just thankful I was okay, as this was the first major accident I've ever been in (19 years old, been driving for 3.5).

 

Originally posted by: halik
where in a2 did this happen outta curiosity?

Pauline at 7th St. I was heading west on Pauline, toward Stadium, and the lady who I hit was facing east on Pauline turning left onto Seventh to go toward Liberty, Huron and Miller.

 

[freebee]

Well, Jumpr, based on your account, this isn't as easy as you think it is. Plus if she is injured (she can claim at any time....think statue of limitations in MI is 2 years for bi), you may be facing a suit....depending on how money-hungry her lawyers are.

Depending on how many lanes, weather conditions, etc....and the part you hit her vehicle is not a good thing. And let me say this again, police officers do not give liability decisions. Doesnt matter what he says.

 

Originally posted by: freebee
Well, Jumpr, based on your account, this isn't as easy as you think it is. Plus if she is injured (she can claim at any time....think statue of limitations in MI is 2 years for bi), you may be facing a suit....depending on how money-hungry her lawyers are.

Depending on how many lanes, weather conditions, etc....and the part you hit her vehicle is not a good thing. And let me say this again, police officers do not give liability decisions. Doesnt matter what he says.

If the police officer determines that she failed to yield and she was issued a citation at the scene (which she MAY have been, I honestly cannot remember) then what question is there? I have Allstate to fight for me, and she has AAA insurance. Both good, hopefully honest companies. I don't think there is anything to worry about, but I'll keep your ideas in mind. Keep in mind, her airbags did not deploy, and she was turning left, while I was going straight. I have the right of way no matter what. And my speed as reported to the police officer was 30 mph, which is the speed limit on that road.

 

[azncoffeeboi]

Damn that sucks. Good thing your arite though. I was in an accident when I was making a left after the light turned red and the car going straight ran the red. My radiator and front body was ruined, his truck had a dent. D:

 

[LordMorpheus]

Originally posted by: jumpr

Originally posted by: freebee
Well, Jumpr, based on your account, this isn't as easy as you think it is. Plus if she is injured (she can claim at any time....think statue of limitations in MI is 2 years for bi), you may be facing a suit....depending on how money-hungry her lawyers are.

Depending on how many lanes, weather conditions, etc....and the part you hit her vehicle is not a good thing. And let me say this again, police officers do not give liability decisions. Doesnt matter what he says.

If the police officer determines that she failed to yield and she was issued a citation at the scene (which she MAY have been, I honestly cannot remember) then what question is there? I have Allstate to fight for me, and she has AAA insurance. Both good, hopefully honest companies. I don't think there is anything to worry about, but I'll keep your ideas in mind. Keep in mind, her airbags did not deploy, and she was turning left, while I was going straight. I have the right of way no matter what. And my speed as reported to the police officer was 30 mph, which is the speed limit on that road.

man. If she is a dick enough to file a claim against you, then I hope she dies.

Anyway, I am glad no one was hurt . . for now.

If I were you, I would get an older vehicle, because they can be just as or moer reliable than new ones, cost less, and you loose less to depreciation.

And some of the older Lincolns and Caddies are damn stylish.

 

[adlep]

Hey Mike,
I am very sorry about your accident. Which intersection was the accident on?
Also, I think it was her fault, since she was turning left...
I am glad though you are all right...
In regards to the new car, try to find a car up to about $11,000. My first choice would be a 99 - 01 Accord.
If you are lucky you might get even an Accord with a V6 in that price range.
Here are some available vehicles in your area:
Lady Driven
Low millage
Bear in mind that you should be able to get at least 170k miles even out of 4-banger Accord.
The car is roomy, offers comfy ride, and it is VERY safe....
Another lady driven one
Another one, but this one is too cheap for the miles
Regards,
Adam

 

[freebee]

I could take a look at the intersection to get an idea of the layout, but I dont know if streetdelivery.com tracks by ip...as they bill by claim and I dont wanna get charged for it.

In any event, its an unfortunate situation...I think the citation may benefit you from a liability standpoint, though I'd still claim 1st party and let allstate subro it out....good thing you are the one with allstate though (most ins people know the kind of liab decision allstate likes to make.... And in that situation, i'd aim toward the front of her car......the further up you hit, the better.

Also any out of pocket rental expenses can probably be submitted to the adverse carrier, so dont worry too much about that. Maybe you could retain the salvage vehicle and kinda part it out.

 

Originally posted by: freebee
Also any out of pocket rental expenses can probably be submitted to the adverse carrier, so dont worry too much about that. Maybe you could retain the salvage vehicle and kinda part it out.

Well, I'm 19 y.o., so a rental is pretty much out of the question. Also, Ann Arbor has a great bus system and I have a full-fare U of M pass, so I think I'll be all right in that respect.

 

[freebee]

Originally posted by: jumpr

Originally posted by: freebee
Also any out of pocket rental expenses can probably be submitted to the adverse carrier, so dont worry too much about that. Maybe you could retain the salvage vehicle and kinda part it out.

Well, I'm 19 y.o., so a rental is pretty much out of the question. Also, Ann Arbor has a great bus system and I have a full-fare U of M pass, so I think I'll be all right in that respect.

Hold on to your bus receipts/passes/whatever...those can all be submitted. If your car was registered as a commercial vehicle, lost income can be claimed as well. I suggest putting in a personal injury claim against her company also. Most companies will give you a little something for that.

 

Originally posted by: freebee
I suggest putting in a personal injury claim against her company also. Most companies will give you a little something for that.

Isn't that...lying?

 

[freebee]

Originally posted by: jumpr

Originally posted by: freebee
I suggest putting in a personal injury claim against her company also. Most companies will give you a little something for that.

Isn't that...lying?

As per your first post you have burns and blistered skin....this can actually be classified as a serious and disfiguring injury...I think its worth of an injury claim, dont you? ...and are you sure you don't feel any pains...maybe a slight soreness in your neck or lower back?....perhaps something that isn't quite right?...

 

Originally posted by: freebee

Originally posted by: jumpr

Originally posted by: freebee
I suggest putting in a personal injury claim against her company also. Most companies will give you a little something for that.

Isn't that...lying?

As per your first post you have burns and blistered skin....this can actually be classified as a serious and disfiguring injury...I think its worth of an injury claim, dont you? ...and are you sure you don't feel any pains...maybe a slight soreness in your neck or lower back?....perhaps something that isn't quite right?...

:sun: I'll see what the claim adjuster says tomorrow.

 

[Eli]

People that pull out infront of others with the thought, "They can slow down..." need to have their licenses revoked.

 

Up for the morning crowd...can anyone help me find a car? I think it'll probably end up being a used vehicle, no older than 3 years, for around $10,000.

 

[pr0craztinazn]

you can avoid spending a lot of cash if you look at used vehicles. if you stay in the nissan family, you can choose from an older 4th gen (95-96) maxima or a newer 1st gen altima (93-97). if you're still in school, you would be much happier with a decent, slightly older car than a new car that will depreciate and leave you with a car payment each month.