Legal Question in Personal Injury in Wisconsin

automobile liability

If I retain ownership of an automobile while lending or leasing it to a friend, am I liable for damage or injury caused by the auto while used by my friend?

How can I protect myself from liability?


Asked on 12/15/07, 10:23 am

1 Answer from Attorneys
J D Haas

Re: automobile liability

Yes you will be responsible as owner of the vehicle. I am unaware of how you as the owner can escape liability if your friend causes damage by using the vehicle you own. The state wants owners to be responsible for their vehicles.

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Answered on 12/15/07, 10:34 am


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