If I gave a friend a car that was in my name as he was driving it off my property he hit a neighbors car, am I responsible?
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If I gave a friend a car that was in my name as he was driving it off my property he hit a neighbors car, am I responsible?
Asked on June 19, 2015 under Accident Law, California
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
You are liable for the accident because you are the registered owner of the car your friend was driving.
You are liable for the property damage (cost of repairs) to the vehicle your friend hit.
You can refer the matter to your insurance company; however, the insurance company might deny the claim since the car was driven by your friend, who was not an authorized driver on your insurance policy.
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