You should reach out to a local consumer protection attorney. Use the Avvo "find a lawyer" tool as a resource.

A local personal injury attorney should be able to help.

Perhaps. If you are contacted by an attorney for the injured party then turn the claim over to your homeowners insurance company.

As co-signer you will be held fully responsible for the debt. Never co-sign for anyone. For anything. Ever.

They are free to contact the police as is anyone. However, in my opinion, it is unlikely that the police would get involved.

Since California does not recognize common law marriage, you would not be entitled to any SS benefits although minor children may. As to the home,...

Sorry but your post is unclear and does not contain a question. You may wish to repost.

You can certainly ask but you have not alleged that the restaurant did anything wrong such that they would be liable.

I agree with Mr. Maitland and will emphasize the importance of contacting a lawyer immediately if the SSA does discontinue benefits. That is...

You need not accept their offer but a lawsuit would be against the painter not the insurance company.