Virginia law provides immunity from liability for towing operators responding in good faith to lawful directions from law enforcement or emergency agencies, except in cases of negligence. Additionally, towing operators can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs in civil actions related to their services when requested by government officials. These provisions aim to protect towing operators while ensuring lawful and responsible towing practices.
Towing operators are protected from liability when responding in good faith to lawful directions from law enforcement or emergency agencies, except in cases of negligence.
Yes, towing companies can include reasonable attorney fees and costs in civil actions related to their services when requested by government officials.
No, the immunity applies specifically when towing is done in response to lawful directions, especially from law enforcement or emergency agencies.
Negligence involves failure to exercise reasonable care during towing, recovery, or storage, which can result in liability despite the immunity provisions.