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Everyday Law · Appellate Division of the Supreme Court of the State of New York

Sep 30, 2026 · 2025-13778 · Appeal

A passenger and a driver stand by a damaged car after an accident, discussing claims.AI illustration

Did a couple stage a car crash for cash?

A woman claims injury from a crash, while the driver accuses her of staging it.

TL;DR

  1. 1A woman sues for injuries from a car crash with the defendant.
  2. 2The man claims the crash was staged for insurance money.
  3. 3The woman wants the court to drop this counterclaim, but needs to meet tough standards.

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Did the couple fake a car crash, or should the fraud claim be dropped?

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