Mr. Christensen’s estranged wife was involved in an automobile accident that resulted in the death of Mrs. Bowen’s husband. Mrs. Bowen sued Mr. Christensen, who had bought the vehicle and was listed on the title. The jury found that Mr. Christensen was not the vehicle owner and was not liable. The Fifth District Court of Appeal determined Mr. Christensen was liable as the legal owner and certified to this Court a question of great public importance.