Chicago, IL asked in Wrongful Death for Illinois

Q: My neighbor's kid was killed in an motorcycle accident -

- he had only been riding it for a week or so. He was taught to drive it by another neighbor -- can my friend sue this person for wrongful death if they weren't certified to teach anyone to drive a motorcycle?

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1 Lawyer Answer

A: Was he licensed? Did your neighbor know and allow this? Did your neighbor buy him the bike? It is possible they could sue the neighbor but the best way to find out is for the neighbor to contact a member of the Illinois Trial Lawyers Association.They give free consultations.

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