I was hit T-boned by a 96 year old drive who ran a stop sign. If he dies before I sue what happens???

Question

Old dude hit me and my family in our car. Wife is down with disc problems in her neck and getting worse. She might need surgery. car had about 7k worth of damage, still not fixed correctly. We were waiting to see if surgery is need before getting lawyer. So the question is a little morbid but it was all his fault, via police(he got a ticket) and his insurance is claiming 100% fault. Wife's been down for 6 months of pain and not getting any better. terrible nightmare. in Ca

Answer 1

It won't matter, his car insurance and his estate would still be liable.

EDITED TO ADD; I agree with the above poster, if you haven't done it yet GET A LAWYER! If the injuries are serious and costs exceed his insurance limits, your attorney will also seek part of his estate.

Answer 2

consult a Lawyer...