buyer did not transfer title to his name

[shoehound0316]

What is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? Michigan
Twelve years ago, I sold a four wheeler (quad runner) recreational vehicle to a family friend. Last week, he got into an accident on it and is now in the hospital. His brother called and told me that the four wheeler title was still in my name (after 12 years!). I'm not sure what to do, as I don't want to be held liable for the four wheeler or the accident. btw, I was out of the state when the accident happened and the actual owner of it may have been drunk while operating it. Should I ask them to get a letter notarized saying the brother purchased it from me 12 years ago and that it has not been in my possession since then? They asked me to write a letter of some sort, but I'm thinking they should be the ones to write the letter? I'm just not sure what to do. Any legal advice would be appreciated.

 

[ecmst12]

You get your bill of sale and your proof of payment. But do you think your friend would even THINK of trying to sue you for his own negligence?

 

[justalayman]

so, what did you do with the copy of the receipt you gave the the buyer when he paid you?

 

[shoehound0316]

After 12 years, I have no idea where the receipt is.

 

[justalayman]

so, what is the problem here? Unless somebody is attempting to include you in some suit due to the ownership issue, I don't see why it makes any difference here.

 

[jamesfargo]

This is also my problem thanks for the information..