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Does it Matter If My Car Was Leased When Determining PIP Benefits After a Palm Beach County Car Accident?

Typically, the insurer of the lessor's vehicle (the person who leased you the car) is primary responsible.  However, the lessor can shift the burden to you the lessee if certain criteria met.  The lessor has to notify you in bold writing on the face of the agreement.  If the lessor complies, but you have no coverage, the burden will not shift to you.  If you have been involved in a car accident with the driver of a leased vehicle who did not have coverage, contact a Palm Beach County accident attorney immediately.  You may be able to recover damages from the leasing company.  Never try to determine your entitlement to PIP coverage on your own.  Insurance companies are concerned with their bottom line and will always try to avoid liability.