Legal Question in Personal Injury in Florida

Re: can husband lose his assets?

The owner is responsbile for the actions of anyone driving with his permission.

Re: can husband lose his assets?

Yes, he is liable -- but there are limitations on the liability depending on the insurance that he carries and she carries. They can't take his home or property owned jointly with you, his wife. It is hard to collect money from people in Florida -- that's why the Enron guys built big houses here and why O.J. Simpson lives here.

Re: can husband lose his assets?

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Yes, the owner of the car is responsible for anyone who drives his or her car with permission. Certain assets are protected including his residence if it is his homestead, any retirement accounts, IRA's, etc. Joint assets are subject to possible freezing and attachment if they can be divisible. Keep in mind that most parties will be content to obtain the value of insurance policies unless there is extremely serious injuries and/or damages.

Scott R. Jay, Esq.