Laws of Joy-Riding.?

Question

My car was taken for a "joy-ride" when it was in the shop by one of the mechanics. When I came to get my car, it wasn't there. The mechanics lied and said that they had to take it to another shop. The next day a confession was made that the car was towed. I went to the lot and the car was pretty much totaled. I found out that the mechanic took it for a joy-ride and crashed it. Insurance did not declare in "totaled" because it was like 70% damaged not 75% (I live in Florida) I got most of what the car was worth except for $7,000. I had to buy another car because I knew if this car was fixed it would give me trouble being that it was so badly damaged. The person who damaged it doesn't have much money or assets, but what could I do to get the difference ($7,000) from him? Is it worth it to take him to court since he doesn't have money anyway?

Answer 1

You take the owner of the garage to court. He is responsible for his employees criminal behavior.

Answer 2

i would sue the employee & employer for the difference.  i'm certain the insurance company is looking to do the same.

Answer 3

You must ask the owner for the name of his "liability" insurance company. The insurance company knows full well that you are entitled to be compensated for 100% of your losses, and all you will need to do is to prove that you lost the amount of money and value that you claim. If they attempt to undercut you, you will need to sue several people, and I suggest you post that question only if you need to. Do what I suggest and you're on the right track.

Also, make a police report, and tell them your vehicle was stolen. The police will see that the thief is prosecuted, and as part of his sentence, the judge will make him repay you.