People realize that drivers file car accident claims. However, many do not know that passengers injured in an accident due to a driver’s negligence may also have a claim. It is important to be aware of passenger rights after a car accident and file a claim against the at-fault party to recover compensation.
Car Accident Fault Determination
Before files a claim, it is important to determine fault. The person at fault will be responsible for your injuries. In a single vehicle accident, the driver is usually at fault. A driver’s negligence usually causes these. It could be due to distraction or impaired driving. However, when multiple vehicles are in a crash, fault is harder to realize. A knowledgable complex attorney will examine all information to establish fault. These include witness statements, accident reports, photographs or video of the accident scene along with photographs of the damage to vehicles.
Filing with Driver’s Insurance
After determining the fault, it is important to file a claim against the driver’s insurance. In a single accident, file with a driver of the vehicle you were in. However, with multiple vehicles, file with each party’s insurance company. The amount received depends on their liability. Some states use comparative fault to determine their percentage of fault that contributed to the accident. This percentage determines the compensation amount. Therefore, if you sustained $100,000 in damages and one driver was 20% at fault, then he or she would need to pay $20,000 towards your injuries.
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It can be shocking after an accident to learn how expensive, time-consuming and frustrating the process can be. For many, pain does not present itself at the scene of the accident, however, the debilitating pain begins a day or two later. This can be difficult for many Americans who do not have health insurance or disability insurance. Therefore, it can be difficult to receive medical attention or income while out of work.
At The Michael Brady Lynch Firm, our dedicated staff is skilled in complex litigations like vehicle accidents. Our consultations are free and without obligation. Let our two decades of experience get justice for you.