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The Driver is the primarily responsible party, however, Both can be held liable depending on the circumstances.

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Q: Do you sue the driver of the car or the owner of the car?
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If you drive a car and have accident who is responsible you or the owner of the car?

Both the driver and owner of vehicle are responsible. The injured party would sue you both.


What can i do if the owner of a insured car hit my car but the driver is not covered?

Sue him if he hit your car and cant cover it. That is his fault for hitting you.


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Can an insurance company sue the owner of the uninsured vehicle?

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How can you get liability insurance coverage for a person trying to get their license using your car and you already have coverage?

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If an insured driver with permission from an insured car's owner gets into an accident will the driver or the owner be responsible for payments?

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Who pays when driver is not the car owner but has car insurance?

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If you are hit by a unlicensed driver on a permit driving another person's car that had liability insurance can you sue the owner or the insurance company for your injuries?

Yes, without a doubt. The owner bares the true responsibility.


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Who do you sue in a three car accident?

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