If my car was hit and the other car has no insurance but the person that was driving is 16, do I sue the driver and his mother because he is under age or both?
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If my car was hit and the other car has no insurance but the person that was driving is 16, do I sue the driver and his mother because he is under age or both?
She is the owner of the car.
Asked on September 11, 2013 under Accident Law, Florida
Answers:
Micah Longo / The Longo Firm
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
In Florida, you can sue the driver, as well as the owner of the vehicle for negligence. I would send a letter to the Dept. of Insurance in Tallahasee, with a copy of the police report, asking for the insurance information of the driver and owner;
Thus, you can sue both, but be advised even if you get a judgment, you still have to collect, which can be difficult, especially when the person at-fault doesn't carry insurance.
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