If a hit and run driver cannot be found, can the registered owner be held liable?
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In CA I was hit by a car that fled. I managed to get the NV plate number. The owner of the car has told his insurance that he was no longer the owner of the car yet the vehicle is still registered to him in NV. Can the registered owner be held liable for the hit and run, and/or the property damage, and medical bills?
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As the registered owner of the vehicle under california law, he is liable for your damages. California law limits his liability to $15,000. I am not sure whether Nevada law is the same or not. Doesn't the registered owner have the information of the person he sold his car to? Well, he should. Since the accident happened in California, in my opinion the above california law applies.
Good luck,
Joseph Farzam
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