Who Decides Where to Repair the Car When the Other Party is Fully at Fault?
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When the other party is fully at fault, the location for car repairs can be determined through mutual negotiation. If no agreement is reached, you can choose the repair location yourself. When issuing the invoice, request the other party to pay. If the other party refuses to cover the repair costs, you can pay upfront and then retain the repair cost receipts to file a lawsuit in court, demanding compensation from both the insurance company and the other party. Two solutions if the other party, being fully at fault, does not compensate: 1. Subrogation: Applying for subrogation (right of recovery) from your own insurance company is the most hassle-free method. This involves having your insurance company compensate you first, then transferring the right to recover from the at-fault party to the insurance company. The insurance company will then seek compensation from the at-fault party. 2. Legal Action: Apart from subrogation, you can also file a lawsuit in the local court to protect your legal rights. However, this method is more cumbersome, time-consuming, and labor-intensive, and is not recommended.