Question: Your Honor, I loaned a guy my pick-up truck so he could make a delivery. He blew the engine and refuses to pay for the damages. I’ve asked him for over a year and he still has not paid a penny! Am I within the time limits and have I got a case to sue for the damages?

The Judge’s Answer: Yes. You have 4 years from the date of the damage to file a claim for property damage. But you will only be successful if you can prove that your friend committed an negligent or intentional act that caused the damage to your vehicle. The fact that your friend had the car in his possession at the time of the damage is not enough.