Car Damage
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Question
Hello and blessings! A car hit me, and the driver admitted fault. I went to a garage and received a repair estimate of 1200 shekels. He claims that since there are other damages at the site of the damage that will now be repaired at his expense, he should not have to pay. My first argument is that if he caused the initial damage, subsequent damages are not a reason to exempt him. If he claims there were scratches before, he must prove it, as the car was new, and the burden of proof is on him. Secondly, even if he is right, how much should he actually pay, and how is it calculated? I would be very happy to receive an accurate answer to tell him and finish the story, as he is willing to accept any decision from the rabbi. Thank you very much, may you be blessed.
Answer
Hello
He needs to pay for your repair, but of course not for other repairs.
Tell him what the condition was before, and for that, he needs to pay.