Q: My parked unoccupied car was hit by a drunk driver who was not the owner of the car. Who is responsible for the damage
A: Clearly the driver is responsible. The matter would have to be reviewed by a lawyer to determine if there is a case against the owner for what is called "negligent entrustment," and/or, if the driver was drinking at an establishment which held a liquor license, if there is a case against the establishment for what is called "dram shop liability."
A: Owners policy would be first up for paying liability, driver's secondary. If the person was dui, ask for restitution via the DA's victim assistance coordinator. Get estimates from whoever you'd want to have fix it.
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