If your name is on the pink slip of a vehicle are you liable for any damages? 2 Answers as of January 05, 2012

If your name is on the pink slip of a car are you liable for any damages caused by the driver?

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Lafer Law Firm | Marc S. Lafer
Generally speaking, if you are the Registered Owner of a motor vehicle and the driver negligently causes an accident, the Registered Owner will be liable. However, the liability may be limited to $15,000 unless the RO was negligent himself/herself or some other special relationship exists.
Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 1/5/2012
Gilbert & Bourke, LLP | Brian J. Bourke
In California, the registered owner of a vehicle is liable for the negligence of a permissive user up to $15,000 for one injured person and a total of $30,000 for two or more injured persons damages for bodily injury. You should purchase insurance to cover these potential losses.
Answer Applies to: California
Replied: 1/5/2012
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