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“Permissive Use” Liability for Auto Accidents (Continued)

As discussed in a previous post, motor vehicle owners may be held liable for negligent acts (and accidents) committed by third parties, if the owner granted permission for the negligent party to operate the vehicle. This liability, known as “liability for permissive use,” applies to owners (or bailees) of vehicles, but only when the vehicle was… Read More »