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everything can happen with everybody. you can be as smart or as responsible as you want but still you're still human being!

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Q: Is the driver responsible if an accident happens while backing up?
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What happens when you hit someone backing up when that person has an expired drivers license?

If you're responsible for the accident, you're still responsible even if the other person hasn't got a driver's license.


What happens if you have no insurance on a rental car and a signed driver gets into an accident who is responsible for the other cars damages?

It depends on the state the accident occurred in. In California the renter is responsible. Again this varies by the state of the accident.


Who is responsible for passengers in a car accident?

The Driver


Who is at fault when both parties are backing up their vehicles resulting in an accident claim by one of the parties?

The driver responsible for the accident is always at fault. However, Both parties are usually found at fault in this instance. This is generally called Joint fault.


Would I be responsible if someone else is driving my car and they get into accident?

No. The driver is responsible.


What happens if you were in an accident and at fault but the other driver had no license?

The license status of the other driver has no bearing on your liability. If you were at fault you are still responsible for any damages and injuries. Just report it to your insurance company as you would any other accident.


If an uninsured driver wrecks the car of an insured driver is the uninsured driver still responsible?

If the accident was caused by the uninsured driver than the uninsured driver is definitely still responsible.


Who is responsible when a driver with a suspended license in a borrowed insured car hits an uninsured motorist?

If the driver with the suspended license caused the accident then he/she is responsible.


If an insured driver with permission from an insured car's owner gets into an accident will the driver or the owner be responsible for payments?

the owner of the car with insurance will be responsible


If an accident is caused by someone distracting a driver who has liability insurance only can they collect damages from the person who distracted them?

The driver is responsible for whatever goes on in the car. If he/she is distracted he shouldn't be driving but should immediately pull over. If he/she has used the poor judgment to allow an irresponsible person in the car and is subsequently distracted, the driver is still responsible. In the end, no matter what happens, the driver is responsible.


Who is responsible for a hit and run accident?

the driver that did the hitting and running ultimately is responable maybe not for the original accident but leaving the scene ,puts that driver in a world of hurt


What happens if you are involved in an auto accident with an illegal alien who has a driver's license. Are you responsible for damages?

A persons immigration status has no bearing on your liability. If you were at fault then you are liable for the damages you caused.