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can we get sued?
our son was 17 at the time of his car accident. almost 2years ago. his girlfriend was seriously injured and was also 17. weather related but slid in another lane and two cars hit him on her side. she seems find now but sounds like her parents want more then our ins. is; 100,000. her medical bills are around 70,000. what happens if they want more than that? he did get a ticket and also hurt in freeport il. 61032
Asked on May 17, 2009 under Accident Law, Illinois
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J.M.A., Member in Good Standing of the Connecticut Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 15 years ago | Contributor
your insurance company had a duty to settle the case within the policy limites. However, if there is a trial and a judgment come in for the plaintiff in an amount 100K, the the girl can go after you if you were on the insurance policy then if effect. The girl could lien your house, or ececute on your wages.
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