If, while using someone else’s car, I got in an accident and their insurance didn’t cover total damages can I be sued?
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If, while using someone else’s car, I got in an accident and their insurance didn’t cover total damages can I be sued?
Asked on February 13, 2015 under Accident Law, Florida
Answers:
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 9 years ago | Contributor
Although you will be named as a defendant in the lawsuit for negligence, the registered owner of the vehicle you were driving will be held liable.
The registered owner could sue you for the amount of the judgment against him / her.
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