Legal Question in Insurance Law in Virginia

Designated Driver Car Accident

John was hanging out with Jane the other night. She was too drunk to drive her car home, so John drove. On the way, he made a turn too soon and hit a sign, causing damage to the car. Jane's insurance has a $1,000 deductible. Who is responsible for paying this deductible - Jane, the drunk owner of the car, or John, the driver?


Asked on 8/22/07, 2:23 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Michael Hendrickson Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson

Re: Designated Driver Car Accident

The person who caused the damage to the car while negligently operating the vehicle. This would appear to be John, the driver.

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Answered on 8/23/07, 10:39 am


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