Legal Question in Civil Litigation in New Jersey

can i as an individual be sued?

Can i as an individual who works at a major courier service--be sued for an auto accident while i was driving a company vehicle on company time? I was at a toll booth and put my company vehicl in reverse with my foot on the brake--someone was directly behind me-there was slight impact--no visible damage--to either vehicle---other person said alls well-- now two years later a private detective at my door and i've been served with paper at my home-naming me and the corporation, but seperately in the suit aganist me.


Asked on 1/27/02, 2:05 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Durrell Ciccia Durrell Wachtler Ciccia, Esq.

Re: can i as an individual be sued?

Anyone can file a lawsuit against anyone at anytime for anything. That does not mean they can prevail. In order to protect yourself, you should contact your auto insurer and report this immediately. It certainly does not sound like you should have any personal liability, but you should not ignore this matter.

Best of Luck,

Durrell Ciccia

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Answered on 1/28/02, 7:48 am
Peter R. Brogan Peter R. Brogan, Esq.

Re: can i as an individual be sued?

While you certainly may be sued on a negligence theory, it is most important to immediately report the accident to the insurance company of the owner of the vehicle as well as your own insurance company. As long as you were operating the vehicle with the permission of the owner you are an additional insured under the owner's policy. The insurance carrier must provide you with an attorney and pay any judgment absent any valid exclusions.

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Answered on 1/28/02, 10:42 am


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