How Can I Receive Compensation For Injuries If I Was A Passenger In The Car?
A passenger in a vehicle is seriously injured when the vehicle is involved in a traffic accident. The passenger’s injuries require months of medical treatments, including surgery and physical therapy. He is out of work and he does not have disability insurance to cover his lost income. He suffers great physical pain and mental anguish as a result of his injuries and the stress from dealing with medical bills, personal bills, and other negative consequences of the traffic accident. Who is responsible for his losses and damages? Does the passenger need a car accident lawyer?
Does this sound familiar? Have you been injured as a passenger in a traffic accident? Our car accident lawyer can help you sort out the issues regarding fault and liability so you can recover compensation for your losses and damages. However, you need to act now. You have a limited time to file a claim under Kentucky’s statute of limitations. Contact our car accident lawyer by calling 270-506-4052 to discuss the details of your accident. We offer free, no-obligation consultations for accident victims.
Who Pays For A Passenger’s Injuries?
The answer to this question depends on the circumstances and facts surrounding your traffic accident. The first step our car accident lawyer takes is listening to your account of the traffic accident. It is important for your car accident lawyer to understand how the collision occurred from your point of view.
The second step is to conduct a thorough car accident investigation. This includes several steps:
- Interviewing eyewitnesses
- Reviewing police reports
- Analyzing evidence from the accident scene
- Reviewing medical records
- Consulting experts regarding accident reconstruction
The purpose of the accident investigation is to determine who is at fault for the collision. This is critical in filing a successful accident claim.
The Other Driver Is At Fault
If the other driver is at fault for the collision, your accident claim is against that driver. His or her insurance company should pay you compensation for your losses and damages, including your out-of-pocket expenses and non-economic damages (i.e. physical pain and emotional suffering). Unfortunately, insurance adjusters work very hard to limit the company’s liability in a traffic accident. If the insurance company refuses to negotiate in a fair manner, your car accident lawyer may recommend filing a personal injury lawsuit. By filing a lawsuit, your attorney can take depositions and request documents from the other party to obtain additional information and evidence to build a strong case to present to a jury. In some cases, the insurance company may agree to a settlement once your attorney begins building a case for court.
Your Driver Is At Fault
If the driver of the vehicle you were riding in at the time of the collision is at fault, your claim will be against that driver. However, the claim is handled in the same manner except it is filed against your driver’s insurance policy. Some people feel uncomfortable filing an accident claim against the driver of the vehicle because the driver is a friend or family member. Unfortunately, some people may tell you that you should not file an accident claim against the driver of your vehicle because it will make things uncomfortable or you will be hurting your friend or family member. However, we strongly recommend you seek the advice of a car accident lawyer.
Although people may mean well; however, they may not have your best interest as their top priority. On the other hand, a car accident lawyer gives you unbiased legal advice regarding your options. In addition, your attorney will remind you that in most cases it is the driver’s insurance company that is paying the claim, not your friend or family member. Furthermore, you should not bear the financial burden of another person’s reckless or negligent acts.
Contact an Experienced Kentucky Car Accident Lawyer
We’ve Helped Thousands of KY Families, we can help you!
Whether you were a passenger in the car that caused the collision or you were a passenger in the other vehicle, our car accident lawyer can help you recover compensation for your injuries. You should not bear the financial burden of a car crash caused by another driver. We can help you receive compensation for your lost wages, medical bills, physical pain, emotional suffering, and other damages related to the traffic accident.
Musselwhite Meinhart & Staples, PSC represents clients throughout central Kentucky. Contact our office by calling 270-506-4052 or use our online contact form to schedule a free case evaluation and free legal consultation with a central Kentucky car accident lawyer.