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Car "gifter" possibly liable?

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jackuaro

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What is the name of your state? California.
If I am given a car, and put it in my name alone, with my own personal insurance, could someone go after the "gifter" in the event of an accident for which I am responsible? Thank-you...
 


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JETX

Senior Member
jackuaro said:
If I am given a car, and put it in my name alone, with my own personal insurance, could someone go after the "gifter" in the event of an accident for which I am responsible? Thank-you...
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If the vehicle title is ENTIRELY and SOLELY in your name, no.
Otherwise, a damaged party can go after anyone whose name is on the title as 'owner'.
 
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