If I got into an accident that was my fault but the other driver didn’t have a license, do I have to pay for his car?
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If I got into an accident that was my fault but the other driver didn’t have a license, do I have to pay for his car?
Asked on July 10, 2013 under Accident Law, Kansas
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
His failure to have a license does not affect your potential liability for having been at-fault in damaging his car; therefore, if he or his insurer sues you and wins, you would most likely have to pay. He might face various charges or penalties for not having a license, but that's his issue, not yours.
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