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‘Hertz Tried to Sue Us:' P.I. Rents Nissan Altima. Then He Shares What You Should Always Do Before Leaving the Rental Lot
‘Hertz Tried to Sue Us:' P.I. Rents Nissan Altima. Then He Shares What You Should Always Do Before Leaving the Rental Lot

Motor 1

time6 hours ago

  • Automotive
  • Motor 1

‘Hertz Tried to Sue Us:' P.I. Rents Nissan Altima. Then He Shares What You Should Always Do Before Leaving the Rental Lot

A private investigator offers rental car drivers a tip: Take a video of your vehicle before driving it off of the lot. TikTok user Mike Calnan of Northstar Investigations ( @mikecalnan5 ) posted a video with his rental car advice on July 7. In the video, the private investigator (P.I.) with 30 years' experience is circling a Nissan Altima with visible dents and scrapes. Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . Calnan says private investigators often rent cars. That's how he learned this trick. "Always take videos of the car before you rent it," he says. "Because I dropped it off after the weekend. They called me and said, 'You returned a dented car.'" 'Nope, not having it,' he adds. 'That was a 4th of July party in your parking lot that dented your car.' People largely agree Calnan's advice is sound. Many offered additional advice they've heard about the rental car process over the years. One said, "A rental agent told me to video, take pictures, and then email it all to myself immediately so that there's a time stamp. Best advice ever!" Another agreed. "I video and take pictures," they wrote. "Plus, on the sheet with the car diagram on it I circle every area no matter how tiny the mark is and even on the windshield." A third suggested, "Take a video when returning as well." Trending Now 'What Do I Do?:' Woman's Car Gets Boxed-In On the Street. What Can She Do to Get Out? 'I'm Guessing You Have a Bad Radiator:' Woman Puts 'Whole Tub' of Coolant in Her Car. She Doesn't Understand Why It's Still Dry Some shared their own experiences. 'Hertz tried to sue us for damages we did not do,' wrote one. A second said, 'Yup SIXT at Atlanta Airport emailed me a month after I rented a car and said I need to pay 1451.00 for the damaged bumper I forgot to mention, nope here's the video, sorry thank you.' Calnan did not identify the company he rented the car from. Car Rental Advice According to industry data , a quarter of rental car insurance claims are due to preexisting damage. These claims are purportedly often filed because rental car customers aren't meticulous about documenting the state of vehicles before they're driven off the lot. A personal injury attorney says that if you receive notice about a rental car insurance claim that you believe is due to preexisting damage, you can: Provide the company with time-stamped photos and/or videos you took before leaving the lot and upon return; Ask for rental records from after your vehicle return date; Contact your insurance company; and/or Hire an attorney who is knowledgeable about rental car laws. To avoid an unwarranted claim, the easiest thing to do is be obsessive about documenting the condition of the vehicle before you leave the lot. Look over and note each and every paint chip and bumper scuff before ever climbing behind the wheel. If you get into an accident while in your rental car, it's important to contact the company and your insurance provider to report it. If another driver was at fault or if you secured a vehicle protection policy for the rental at checkout, you'll generally be in the clear, per Hertz Car Rental . Your own car insurance may also cover the damages, depending on your policy. If you didn't notice the damage or the vehicle came into your possession already damaged, and you return it to the rental car company, the company may file a rental car insurance claim. This may come at a shock if the claim is over damage caused by someone else. That way, as Calnan says in his TikTok's caption, you may 'avoid this nonsense happening!' Motor1 reached out to Calnan via TikTok comment and direct message for comment. We'll update this if he responds. More From Motor1 'That's One Way to Get a Free Rental:' Mechanic Calls Out Customers Who Get Their Car Serviced Just Before a Road Trip 'I Only Came With $24:' Woman Rents a U-Haul Truck. Then She Learns About This Little-Known Additional Charge 'Hertz Would Never:' Man Gets Pulled Over In a Rental. Then He Reaches For the Enterprise Car's Registration Enterprise Customer Skips Protection Fee on 2025 Toyota Corolla Rental. Then She Gets the Bill Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )

‘I Would Sue Just Because He Lied for Her:' Woman Says Teen Jeep Driver Scraped Her Car in Chick-fil-A Lot. Should She Sue?
‘I Would Sue Just Because He Lied for Her:' Woman Says Teen Jeep Driver Scraped Her Car in Chick-fil-A Lot. Should She Sue?

Motor 1

time5 days ago

  • Motor 1

‘I Would Sue Just Because He Lied for Her:' Woman Says Teen Jeep Driver Scraped Her Car in Chick-fil-A Lot. Should She Sue?

A woman went viral on TikTok after sharing her thought process behind not pursuing legal action against a teen who scraped her car during an accident. Edi (@ said she was out of town for work and driving a rental when she stopped at Chick-fil-A for food. While sitting in the car, she suddenly felt it move. 'All of a sudden, the car starts shaking,' Edi said. She added that it also made an odd noise. Next to her was a teenage girl—later revealed to be just 16—who had scraped Edi's rental while pulling up in a Jeep. Thankfully, no one was hurt, and the damage seemed to be limited to Edi's car. Still, she said she wasn't sure how to handle the situation. The teen had been driving alone with just a learner's permit and no adult in the car. Edi said she began to consider her options. She didn't want to overreact, but she also didn't know what consequences the teen might face. 'I don't know the repercussions for her driving by herself,' she said. What Happened at Chick-fil-A? Edi had backed into a parking spot when the teen tried pulling into the one beside her. That's when the accident happened. 'I couldn't do anything but laugh,' Edi said. The girl, however, was clearly shaken. Edi described her as fidgety and on the verge of tears. While Edi called the police to file a report, the teen phoned her dad. When law enforcement arrived, Edi said the father was helpful at first, telling her 'accidents happen,' but then lied to officers, claiming he'd been in the car with his daughter at the time of the crash. Edi said she kept quiet after what she heard. She says that in the following days, she started receiving calls from anonymous numbers asking if she was injured and urging her to sue. Edi, however, said she decided against it. 'She's only 16 years old,' she said. As of Wednesday, Edi's video explaining her predicament with the teen had amassed more than 267,600 views. Can Teenagers With a Permit Drive Without an Adult? Driving alone with only a learner's permit is a serious violation in most places, and it can come with steep consequences. After all, a permit isn't a full license. It's a conditional pass to get behind the wheel, and only with a licensed adult in the car. If you're caught driving solo, you can be hit with fines , depending on the state, or be charged with driving without a license. What's worse, your permit can be suspended or revoked, and your path to getting a full license could be delayed by months or even years. The specifics vary by state, and consequences tend to get harsher with repeat offenses. Regardless of the legal fallout, though, the bigger issue is safety. A learner's permit exists so new drivers can gain experience with supervision. Driving alone skips that step—and puts everyone on the road at risk. Should She Sue? Whether to sue depends on the details of the accident and what you're hoping to get out of it. In Edi's case, she made it clear she didn't want to take legal action. No one was hurt, and she didn't see the point in potentially wrecking a teenager's life over a minor crash. Even if you're not injured, though, you can still have legal grounds to file a claim. You might be entitled to compensation for property damage—like repairs to your car—or other costs, including rental fees or even lost wages if the accident kept you from working. Viewers Encourage the Affected Driver to Reconsider Many viewers encouraged Edi to think twice about letting the incident slide, especially after the girl's father lied to the responding officer. 'SUE cuz she would've sued you,' one woman said. 'I would sue just because he lied for her,' another added. 'If roles were reversed, they wouldn't hesitate,' a third person wrote. 'But if you don't want free money.' Some argued that suing wouldn't necessarily punish the teen. If she were on her parents' insurance, any legal action would likely be directed at the insurance company, not the girl herself. 'You'd be suing their insurance, not them,' one commenter pointed out. 'They'll think twice about letting their kid drive a huge car by themselves next time.' 'SUE. IDC. SUE,' another wrote. 'You are suing the insurance, not her specifically.' 'You're not actually suing her,' a third said. 'The lawyer would be getting you money from the insurance company, not her. She should have (at minimum) liability insurance, and that's what will cover her from the suit.' Still, in a follow-up video , Edi made it clear she was standing by her choice. 'I'm not going to sue her,' she said. 'I pretty much told everyone I didn't get hurt … I'm on record saying I'm good.' Motor1 has reached out to Edi via a TikTok direct message. Now Trending 'They Would Exchange Stories Like it Was Vietnam:' Man Says Enterprise Was the 'Worst Job' He Ever Had. Here's Why 'I'm So Sorry For Wasting Y'all's Time:' Woman Notices a 'Burning' Smell in Her New Car. The Mechanic Says Something Unexpected Get the best news, reviews, columns, and more delivered straight to your inbox, daily. back Sign up For more information, read our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use . Share this Story Facebook X LinkedIn Flipboard Reddit WhatsApp E-Mail Got a tip for us? Email: tips@ Join the conversation ( )

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