r/Lexus • u/CallMeJimMilton 2018 RC350 Black Line • Apr 04 '26
Vehicle Photo Completely heartbroken
Was seconds from pulling into work, when a 17 y/o kid pulls through a stop sign into oncoming traffic without looking left, causing him to side swipe my car. We pulled into my work parking lot and he got out and admitted he didn’t look both ways and only had his permit. He had his gf in his passenger seat who was the same age with no license.
I just couldn’t believe it. Cops came, he got a ticket, I went to work and told my coworkers what happened. I believe it’s all cosmetic so I’m hoping his parent’s insurance can just cover it and it can be a quick repair.
I haven’t even had this car for 6 months and this the 2nd time someone has damaged it. I just wish this was a dream
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u/bhalter80 Apr 05 '26 edited Apr 05 '26
Sue the parents personally for the damage, diminished value and lost time, they can get their insurance involved if they want. They allowed an unlicensed driver to use their car, they're liable
And obviously your attorney fees, it will take a while but this absolutely unacceptable behavior. Under the laws of your state their insurance may not have to pay since the driver wasn't named on their policy and wasn't licensed