Knowing the Rights as a Passenger in an Auto Accident

While drivers are often the recipients of injuries in auto accidents, too often we forget that passengers are just as susceptible to these injuries. However, depending on who is at fault, the driver may be eligible for compensation to cover their medical bills and other expenses, but what about the passenger?

Like the driver, passengers have certain rights after an accident. However, the first and most important thing is to get checked out after an accident. It gives doctors a chance to diagnose, document, and treat injuries in an accident, something that will be important for any legal proceedings.

After being seen by a doctor, you should contact your lawyer for a consultation. Liability can often be a difficult thing to decide, but fortunately for passengers, they are rarely held liable for an accident. Instead, if they were injured in an accident, they are entitled to damages from the liable party. Unfortunately, sometimes this may be the driver of the car you were in. In most cases, the insurance of the driver or responsible party will end up covering your injuries.

However, while this is a stressful time, the passenger should avoid any altercations with the responsible party. These outbursts can become violent and may result in legal action against the victim. That is something no one wants.

If you were the passenger in an auto accident and need representation, contact us today. You do have rights as a passenger in an accident, but you need to be sure you have someone to represent them.