Legal Question in Traffic Law in California

My boyfriend drove my car and got into a accident, I didnt have insurance. The person he he crashed into has his information and contacting him to pay and not me. But my boyfriend claims I should pay. After we agreed, I would pay the damages on my car if he would pay for the person's car he hit. And now he is not wanting the deal anymore because the guy is asking for a lot. He thought it would have been equal or less because it was a small dent in the person's car & more damage on my car.

My question: Although I am not being contacted by the guy or his insurance, if my boyfriend gives them my information can they come for me for the money? And if they do, could I sue him? Who is reliable for the damages ?


Asked on 1/02/16, 1:47 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
James Smith Palladium Law Group

Driving without vehicle insurance is dumb enough, but lending your uninsured vehicle to another driver is just begging to be sued. Yes, they certainly can go to you for money, as you are liable (not "reliable", as that does not apply to you) to them for damages since you are the owner. You can also sue your b/f, if they collect from you. Stay off the road until you get insured; get a new b/f too.

JAS

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Answered on 3/17/16, 2:11 pm


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