Should you punish a child for getting into a car accident?

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My child was in a car accident and thank god is safe! But now I owe alot of money in repairs for his car and the other car (Since my child was at fault) including a big raise in my insurance for the six points on his liscense which wont be able to be removed!

Im just wondering should I punish him or let accidents be accidents? Any suggestions, thoughts, or comments?
 
Punish isn't necessarily the right word but there needs to be consequences for his actions or he won't learn to be more careful. Perhaps having him pay back some of the costs of repairs through getting a job or doing work at home.
 
Should he have know better? Depends on the accident. Does he feel bad? Why not make him cover the difference in the raised insurance. That's what my parents told me. I haven't been in an accident though.
 
it depends how much at fault it was. If he was drunk or something like intentional(prob not) then you should talk 2 him
 
Well, the accident itself is pretty hard and adding the six points worsens it. Maybe you can have him pay for the repairs, if not, have him do work under your control until the funds are paid off.
 
If they are driving, I hardly think hey should be referred to as a CHILD. How about son or daughter, YOUNG ADULT? Make them pay for it THEMSELVES
 
Does your child seem remorseful? Are they usually responsible, or do they drive carelessly?

Because your child was at fault (meaning they could have prevented the accident) they should have to pay for all/part of the damages. If they are remorseful, then maybe only part, if they are a careless driver, all! Consider sending them to a DEFENSIVE driving school if they have not already been, as it seems they could use it.

Good Luck :)
 
It is hard to say without knowing more about the situation. However you aren't under any obligation to repair his car, so long as you have one that works, or include him under your insurance. If he won't drive safely he can pay for his car himself. If he can pay for the other car have him do so, if not pay yourself as it is courteous to the other driver and have him pay you back.
 
I think it depends on whether he was being careless when it happened. If so ya some discipline is okay to make him remember not to be doing what he was doing when it happened again. If it was just an accident im sure it scared him enough.
 
Well.....it depends on how experienced he is. If he's a new driver, don't get mad at him. New drivers make mistakes! But if he's like...18+, then i would say tell him to help pay for repairs, or if he has a job, have him pay for the full amount. Or at least almost all of it. Depending on the work situation.
 
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