Steps to Get a Passenger Injury Lawsuit In 2024
When you are in a passenger seat while the car accident occurred and it was not your fault, you can file a passenger injury lawsuit to receive compensation for the accident. It will help you get compensation for damages to your vehicle, medical bills, past and future lost wages, and also for pain and suffering. Although it is easy to look at the damages to your car, your medical bills, and your lost wages and figure out how much money you should receive. But determining fair compensation for pain and suffering is a little more challenging than for the other areas. However, taking assistance from the top passenger accident lawsuit lawyers can help you take a step ahead towards a fair settlement for your case.
Common passenger injuries after a car accident
In passenger injury lawsuit, that the passenger is seldom considered as anything less than the innocent party. In addition, it is worth noting that if a passenger did not follow the safety measures, such as, if he did not wear their seatbelt when the collision happened. It can affect the settlement amount received. After all, if they wear a seat belt, there are higher chances of fewer and minor injuries.
Here is a list of the most common injuries suffered by the passengers:
- Brain damage.
- Fractured bones.
- Internal bleeding.
- Nerve damage.
- Psychological issues.
- Whiplash injury.
Being a passenger, you are normally not responsible for a car accident. This means it is possible to get a fair settlement for passengers in a car accident regardless of the person found to be at fault for the road accident. Nevertheless, there are some situations where the insurance policy of the driver may decide to dispel your lawsuit claim.
For instance, if you ride in a vehicle with a driver under the influence, it will become hard to receive compensation after an accident. Although you are not at fault, you will be held accountable for your decision to ride in a vehicle with a driver whom you knew could not drive safely. However, it can be that you get into the car without getting proper information of whether the driver was under the influence or not.
How can a passenger get compensation?
A passenger in a road accident is allowed to sue different parties. They can sue the driver of the vehicle they were in. They can also sue the other driver if the accident involves more than one vehicle. In addition, a passenger can also sue both drivers. It depends on the situation of the accident when it occurs. At other times, the passenger is also allowed to sue the vehicle manufacturer if a malfunction causes the accident.
It’s usually easier for a passenger in a car accident to claim compensation following a road traffic accident compared to a driver. However, cases, where the passenger sustains injuries, can get complex quickly, so it’s important that you, as the passenger, know your rights.
Enlisting an experienced lawyer helps a passenger understand his or her options. The lawyer assists the passenger in obtaining fair compensation. The passenger may claim compensation for medical as well as rehabilitation costs likely to arise in the future. They may also pursue compensation for lost wages, repair fees, and overall pain as well as suffering.
Steps to file a passenger accident lawsuit
A passenger can sue a driver by following these simple steps
Seek medical attention:
Even for minor passenger car accident injuries, you should take medical attention as it might progress to a more serious injury in the future.
Gather all the relevant information at the accident place:
It includes details of another driver, name and contact details of the emergency service workers, take pictures and shoot videos about the damages and injuries from different angles.
Report the incident to the police:
Doesn’t matter whether the accident is small or big, it is important to report your accident to ensure you get maximum compensation for the losses as a passenger. However, for more serious road traffic accidents, you can call an ambulance to arrive at the scene to assess and take a statement from the people who were involved or present at the time of the accident.
Speak to a road traffic accident solicitor:
if you want to move forward with the passenger injury claim for any personal injuries, it is advised to talk with a knowledgeable solicitor as soon as possible. The lawyers will ensure that you follow the process in the correct format.
Why hire an experienced passenger accident lawyer?
One of the most important things to remember is that you need a licensed and experienced lawyer to get fair compensation for damages for pain and suffering. After all, an insurance company for the other driver will not provide you with a fair settlement. They are going to lowball you so you will refuse to accept any offer before you speak to a lawyer.
While the offer they may try to give to you might seem generous, the truth is that they are almost certainly trying to take advantage of you. Don’t get convinced! An experienced lawyer of passenger accident lawsuits can ensure this doesn’t happen.
Simple ways to start your Passenger Injury claim instantly
There are two ways to start your claim with us. Either call us on 610-510-8883 ( by calling this number, you consent to receive SMS updates from Ethen Ostroff Law) or Submit Form to get free consultation.
We understand that filing a Passenger Injury lawsuit can seem stressful. This is why we aim to make the claims process as simple as possible. Once you get in contact with us, you will be able to speak with the skilled and knowledgeable lawyers of Ethen Ostroff Law. They will ask you some questions about what happened to you and will then be able to let you know whether they think you are eligible to make a claim.
Ethen Ostroff and his connections will help you in the whole procedure of your passenger injury lawsuit so that you can get a fair settlement without any hassle. Contact us today to get the helping hand of top lawyers and stay fully informed throughout the process.
