If I was an employee for an autodealer and was instructed to bring a new truck into service area from the lot on an icy out but had an accident, what am I legally liable for?
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If I was an employee for an autodealer and was instructed to bring a new truck into service area from the lot on an icy out but had an accident, what am I legally liable for?
I damaged the truck when it slid into a post near the service building. I was told I have to pay for damage and made some payments until the employer kept my entire check. So I went to work for another dealer as I need money to support my family. The former employer wants me to work part-time or have my fiancé work to pay off debt with no take home pay. Am I legally liable? I have paid $1017 on the total $2800. I want to have him leave me alone and write off the remaining.
Asked on June 5, 2015 under Employment Labor Law, Ohio
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 8 years ago | Contributor
IF you were negligent or careless in causing the damage--for example, you were driving too fast for the icy conditions or didn't start braking early enough--you would be liable for the full amount of the damage. If you do not pay it to the employer's supervision, they could sue you for any amounts you did not pay. On the other hand, if you were not at fault--were not negligent or careless--you would not be liable for anything.
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