Taylor v. Brinkman’s Empirical Analysis

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2 state decisions

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1. “(1) the operator was a member of the family or household of the owner or person with control and was living in such person’s home; (2) that the vehicle was owned, provided and maintained for the general use, pleasure and convenience of the family; and (3) that the vehicle was being so used with the express or implied consent of the owner or person in control at the time of the accident.”

   1 later decision quote this exact passage
   e.g. 137 N.C. App. 371 - Tart v. Martin

2. “[I]n determining which family member is liable under the [family purpose] doctrine, the issue is one of control and use of the vehicle. In deciding who has control of a vehicle, ownership is not conclusive. Rather, the central inquiry is “who maintains or provides the automobile for the use by the family.””

   1 later decision quote this exact passage
   e.g. 137 N.C. App. 371 - Tart v. Martin