What can happen to the registered owner of an uninsured car regarding a car accident?
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What can happen to the registered owner of an uninsured car regarding a car accident?
I was involved in a car accident that was my fault. I had no insurance. The car is not registered in my name but I bought the car several years ago from my mom. I have the bill of sale and signed title but never registered it in my name. They called my mom trying to sue her. Can they even if she has nothing to do with it? What can happen to me if I have no money and a full-time college student who barely has time to work? Can they suspend my license? I won’t be able to afford to pay.
Asked on April 7, 2011 under Accident Law, Texas
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 13 years ago | Contributor
Both you and your mom could be sued for the property damage and personal injury from the accident since you were at fault. Your mom would be named in the lawsuit because she is the registered owner of the vehicle you were driving. If the other driver sues and gets a judgment against you and your mom in an amount you are unable to pay, both of you might want to consider filing bankruptcy.
As to whether or not your license would be suspended depends on the penalty in your state for driving without insurance. I am not familiar with Texas law.
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