husband with susoended license drives uninsured car which is in wifes name
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husband with susoended license drives uninsured car which is in wifes name
I did not have car insurance and the car is in my name, was not driving at the time and notified dmv of this, the car is registered in my name, without my permission, or Knowledge, my husband who had his driving privaleges suspended got in the car drunk and hit another vehicle , the insurance company says I am liable and expect me to pay 7038 dollars or they say they can have dmv in oregon suspend my license for non-payment is this true?
Asked on June 16, 2009 under Accident Law, Oregon
Answers:
B. B., Member, New Jersey Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 14 years ago | Contributor
It might very well be true. I don't practice law in Oregon and the rules differ from one state to another, and there may be other facts besides those that you've mentioned, that could be important. For advice you can rely on, you need to have your whole case evaluated by a lawyer in your area. One place to look for the attorney you need is our website, http://attorneypages.com
In many states, you are breaking the law by not turning in your license plates if there is no insurance on the car. And in many states, as the owner of the car, you are going to be liable for whatever damage is done with the car, unless it's stolen by a complete stranger.
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