Situations where you can be liable, even though you were not driving the vehicle:
(a) The parent signed and verified the application for the minors driving license (Vehicle Code 17707) or
(b) The parents gave express or implied permission for their minor to drive their vehicle, whether the minor is licensed or not. (Vehicle Code 17708)
Other situations where you can be personally liable for another person’s driving include:
(1) when your employee is driving for employment related duties; or
(2) What is referred to as negligent entrustment: when one lends their car to an incompetent or unfit driver, and the person was aware that the driver was incompetent or unfit, for example if someone were to lend their vehicle to an obviously intoxicated person.
Sacramento Personal Injury Lawyer Michael Rehm represents the victims of accidents. Call (916) 476-9781 for more information on how he can help you.