I had posted this earlier… https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/576664
My worst fear came true…
Today morning, my wife while reversing out, bumped into the rear of this neighbour's car. Not much damage to either car, but I contacted my insurance and they said they will take care of any repair to either car, I will be required to pay access, which is fine by me. I informed the neighbour this morning about it as well.
This evening I got a call from a repairer to which my neighbour went, and I told the repairer that I have comprehensive insurance and my insurance company will take care of the damage to his car. He asked for a claim number, which I provided.
Later in the evening, I saw the neighbour and told him that my insurance company is dealing with this and I also requested him to not park the car in order for us to reverse out easily. After that the neighbour went ballistic. Opened the boot of his car and took out a garden fork while shouting obscenities. Took a swing at me, but I was lucky enough and ran fast enough to escape.
Went to the police station afterwards and was advised to file a personal safety intervention order. I have emailed the magistrates court to find out about the process for doing so.
Meanwhile, I am concerned about the safety of myself and my family.
Any advise on how to deal with this situation?
Can you explain it again when your Neighbour parks in his driveway it makes it difficult for you or your wife to reverse out? I still don’t get it.
……. wait, only kidding….. hats off to you for not losing it having to explain it the umpteenth time!