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Expert: Bennie719 - 12/6/2007


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i live in central nj going to work pulling into my job  my car slid on ice -they never put any salt down - hitting the curb   in their parking lot and bent the front rim and caused front end damage  car is being towed and looked at -its a public business thatsells to the public like- home depot-  that type IS THE OWNER RESPONIBLE FOR NELEGENCE ?

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Hi Tom,
State law requires that you adjust your driving to take into account traffic and road conditions.
I see no way that the owner of the parking lot could be held liable.
I hope this has been of help.
Your feedback by rating my answer will be appreciated.
Sincerely,
Bennie
San Francisco Bay Area 12-06-07 2:40 PM PST

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I have extensive knowledge in Personal Auto, Homeowners Insurance and Personal Umbrella coverage. I am also thoroughly familiar with claims handeling procedures. Will answer questions related to the above.

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Experience in the area: Served as an expert at askme.com from 7/2000 thru 10/2002 in the catagories of general insurance, auto and home insurance. Answered 422 questions before that site closed. Licensed in California since 1961, first in Life and Health for 2 + years and as a Property/Casualty Agent/Broker since 1964. I sold my business and took early retirement in 1998. Still maintain a valid California Property/Casualty Agent/Broker license. I have been a volunteer at allexperts.com since 2002. I can provide assistance in the following fields: Property and Casualty Insurance, Insurance Law, Auto Insurance Claims.

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