Can I go after owner of pay here buy here lot one of his cars hit me?
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Can I go after owner of pay here buy here lot one of his cars hit me?
Car got hit while parked. Owner of other car had insurance. Insurance denied claim, guy did not disclose previous accidents on insurance app. Bought car at buy here,pay here lot. Can I get owner of lot to pay for damages? Guy who hit me collecting unemployment and broke. Illinios.
Asked on May 16, 2009 under Accident Law, Illinois
Answers:
J.M.A., Member in Good Standing of the Connecticut Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
Unfortunately the owner of the lot is not responsible unless he was supervising the person driving. I am not sure what kind of lot it is. However, you can sue the deadbeat that hit you and get a judgmenet against him and take whatever he's got. Becasue the guy has next to nothing, i suggest you file an uninsurd claim with your insurance company to get paid for the damages. You can always then sue the deadbeat to try to recover your deductible or whatever else. The uninsured rout is quicker and the road of least resistance. Call your insurance carrier to report the claim to get this matter moving.
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