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Originally Posted by RobertSmalls
I have to object to those of you suggesting mounting implements of assault on your rear bumper. Some of the people who will rear-end you deserve damage, but many of them don't. I've seen my car bumped into in the parking lot, and while it made me question the skill of the other driver, I don't wish harm to her or her vehicle.
Lighten up. Maybe it was some guy driving without a license or insurance. The damage to his bumper is punishment enough, and if he was driving illegally, I'm sure he'll be more careful next time. Isn't that all you want?
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No, I want his dumb ass off the road, because when he messes up,
I
have to pay for it.
If you rearend someone, it's your fault, barring extenuating circumstances (which, often, are not present). The damage isn't punishment enough, when I have to pay for your mistake.
People who drive without insurance make insurance rates go up to cover the cost of accidents that occur as a result of them. (It's called subsidizing.) Not to mention that if you don't have insurance, and I don't have uninsured motorist coverage, I'm stuck paying out of pocket for damages that you cause. Why should I have to have insurance to cover myself and my vehicle, AND everyone else that might not have insurance?
If you can't afford to drive legally, you can't afford to drive. Get a bike, get off the road, and don't make excuses for stupidity.
*Did you know there can be jail time for driving without insurance in some states? In PA, there is up to a $1600 or so fine, license suspension, and possible jail time if the damage you cause is over a certain amount. If you just get pulled over, and have no insurance, and get caught with no insurance, it's the same thing... up to $1600 fine, suspension, possible jail time.*