Legal Question in Insurance Law in California

My dad (who has now passed away unrelated to the accident) hit a pedestrian and is at fault. How much am I liable for as the owner, not present during the accident? What will happen if they sue his estate but he had nothing when he passed?

If I don't work or have assets, will they garnish my husband's wages and attain his assets?


Asked on 12/09/16, 12:09 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Armen Tashjian Law Offices of Armen M. Tashjian

The owner's liability under California law for permissive user's at fault accident is capped at the state minimum, which is $15,000 / $30,000. However, if the permissive user is a high risk driver then the owner may be liable for negligent entrustment, on which case there is no cap.

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Answered on 12/10/16, 10:33 am


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