Legal Question in Personal Injury in Florida
Suing a corporation
Can a corporation be sued for a personal injury involving a vehicle owned by this corporation?I have been told you cannot sue a corporation....
6 Answers from Attorneys
Re: Suing a corporation
That is incorrect. You can sue any entity or person, so long as they or their agents owed you a duty of care.
Re: Suing a corporation
The injured person has a claim against the owner of the vehicle, whether it is a corporation or an individual. He or she may also have a claim agains the driver, depending upon the circumstances. You should consult with a lawyer who practices in this area. We would be happy to speak with you about the claim.
Re: Suing a corporation
The person can sue the corporation. However, in Florida the corporation cannot defend itself. It is required to retain counsel.
Re: Suing a corporation
Not true. You absolutely can sue a corporate owner of a vehicle for personal injuries.
Re: Suing a corporation
Of course. I would not be surprised if there is insurance purchased by the corporation for its vehicles operation. Do you have a traffic report?
Re: Suing a corporation
Yes -- you can sue them. There are limitations sometimes on what can be recovered.
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