If I am driving a friend to an appointment and were to have an accident, could I liable for anything?
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If I am driving a friend to an appointment and were to have an accident, could I liable for anything?
Asked on April 5, 2015 under Personal Injury, Florida
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
You would be liable for any injury or damage you cause IF--and to the extent that--you were at fault in causing the accident, the same as you would be liable if you were driving yourself someone and caused an accident. Negligence (careless driving) can result in liability regardless of who you are driving, where, or why.
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