Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Texas

Liability for College Student Dependent Damages

If my 21 year old son is still my dependent (I pay college expenses and claim him on my taxes) can I be held liable for damages he causes in a car accident even if he is the only registered owner of the vehicle and has his own insurance?


Asked on 6/06/06, 1:24 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Erin Corley Fibich, Hampton, Leebron & Garth, L.L.P.

Re: Liability for College Student Dependent Damages

Your son's insurance should cover the damages. If the damages exceed your son's policy limits AND the other side feels that your son has some assets, your son would be liable.

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Answered on 6/06/06, 1:27 pm
Peter Bradie Bradie, Bradie & Bradie

Re: Liability for College Student Dependent Damages

Your son is an adult, and solely responsible for any damages he may cause. His dependency is strictly limited for purposes of taxes or insurance.

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Answered on 6/06/06, 1:33 pm


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