QUESTION
What legal liability might we have if our 21 year old son injured someone in an auto accident? Could we be sued?
Asked on Nov 06th, 2014 on Automobile Accidents - New Mexico
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Does the fact that he lives with us have an impact on potential liability? We need to insure his car and your answer would help me determine the liability limits that we should apply for.
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You would not be liable for the acts of you 21 year old son unless you were the owner of the vehicle. Your son is over 18 years old, so you have no parental liability. However, you could be liable as the owner of the vehicle if you have no insurance on the vehicle. If you are not the owner of the vehicle and don't drive the vehicle you have nothing to worry about. For more information on New Mexico and Albuquerque car accidents please see our web site at www.carusolaw.com or our blog at www.AlbuquerqueAccidentAttorney.blogspot.com
Answered on Nov 28th, 2014 at 6:15 AM
Mark Caruso, Attorney Caruso Law Offices, PC New Mexico Personal Injury and Wrongful Death Attorneys (505) 883-5000 www.CarusoLaw.com