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View Poll Results: If im driving a car insured by me, but in someone elses name, who gets sued?

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  • The driver

    5 41.67%
  • The owner

    7 58.33%
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    They're going to sue both but, in the case of a high school kid, they don't have anything, so the owner(parent) is going to get sued and have to pay... alot.

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    In Colorado, insurance follows the car, not the driver. That's why you have "rated drivers" on your policy. Gives the insurance company an out if someone "unrated" is commonly driving the car.


    My guess is both, and they see where the chips fall.
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    The reality is that the lawyers are going to go after both parties in an effort to make sure their clients get the best possible deal.

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    Looks like I agree with most everyone else - both parties would typically be sued: The driver for negligent/careless behavior; The owner for ANY safety/hazardous condition the plaintiff's attorney could claim for the auto.

    PhLOater - did you play pro ball somewhere?
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    Quote Originally Posted by theGinsue View Post
    Looks like I agree with most everyone else - both parties would typically be sued: The driver for negligent/careless behavior; The owner for ANY safety/hazardous condition the plaintiff's attorney could claim for the auto.

    PhLOater - did you play pro ball somewhere?
    lol... is that a serious question? if its not, i dont get it.....

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