17 year old son had car accident can i be sued
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17 year old son had car accident can i be sued
Until the accident he was a good driver. Always drove farm equipment and his car for over year with no tickets. He is on our insurance policy but the car he owned titled to him was not on our policy. We live in Ohio and just looking at which way we need to go. They want 26k even though everyone was fine at accident.
Asked on November 18, 2017 under Accident Law, Ohio
Answers:
M.D., Member, California and New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
Since your son is a minor, yes you can be sued for any accident that he had. And being that he was not on your policy, you have no protection there. At this point, you should consult directly with an attorney who can heklp you negotiate in this mtter. If worst comes to worst, you could file for bankruptcy but that is an extreme measure. Again, speak with a local lawyer who can best further advise you in this matter.
S.L,. Member, California Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
Yes, you can be sued for your son's accident because he is a minor. If the opposing party obtains a judgment against you, the judgment can be enforced with a wage garnishment.
When there is a court judgment against you, if you can't afford to pay, it would be advisable at that time to file bankruptcy. Chapter 7 bankruptcy is straight liquidation which will eliminate that debt. It will also stop the wage garnishment.
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