Q: Can I go after both insurance companies.
I was hit by driver who was ticketed for the accident and was driving a friend's car,friend accepted liability already,the driver also has auto insurance,can I go after both insurance companies or who is responsible for my major back and neck injury after we look at MRI and just started treatment.
Thanks.
A: Yes. Both the driver and the owner of the car are liable for damages. I strongly suggest that you hire a personal injury attorney from your area to assist. The insurances companies have lawyers and they will use them against you. Also they do this type of law everyday so they are good at what they do.
A: Car owners are legally responsible for negligent driving by anyone using the car with their permission. Once they give someone permission to drive their car, they're on the hook for the driver's actions. So, the answer is the driver and the owner of the car are liable for any damages caused.
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