Injured as a Passenger in a Texas Car Accident? Here’s Who You Can Sue
If you were injured as a passenger in a Texas car accident, you may be confused about where to turn for the help you need. The fact is that motorists throughout the State of Texas owe everyone on the road a serious duty of care, and this includes the passengers of their own and other vehicles. The most important early step you can take after seeking the medical care you need is consulting with an experienced Plano car accident attorney at The Law Office of Joel M. Vecchio, P.C.
To Recover on Your Losses, You Can Sue the At-Fault Driver
If you were injured as a result of another driver’s negligence, you will likely file a car accident claim with their insurance provider. If, however, the insurance company refuses to engage in fair settlement negotiations, you take the matter to court by filing a lawsuit.
This is true whether the motorist who caused you to be injured was driving the other vehicle or was driving the one you were a passenger in. For example, if you were a passenger in a friend or family member’s vehicle, you can file a claim with their insurance provider in pursuit of compensation for your losses. The same is, of course, true if you were injured by a negligent driver in another vehicle.
When a Third Party Is Involved
In some cases, a third party may be responsible for the car accident that leaves you injured or may share responsibility for it. For example, if you were injured as a passenger in a rideshare accident, the rideshare company’s insurance coverage is likely to cover the claim. Further, if the accident that leaves you injured was caused by a poorly maintained roadway, you’ll likely file your claim with the municipality responsible for the road. If this is the case, however, you can expect more careful legal restrictions to apply.
The Legal Process of Filing a Lawsuit
If you are injured as a passenger in a car accident, the surest means of recovering on your losses in their entirety is having skilled legal counsel backing you up from the start. To begin, you’ll file a claim with the at-fault party’s insurance provider, and your diligent car accident attorney will engage in robust settlement negotiations.
Only if the insurance company will not settle fairly will your legal representative advise you to file a lawsuit. At this point, you can trust your persuasive car accident lawyer to fiercely advocate for your legal rights and your rightful compensation.
It’s Time to Call an Experienced Plano Car Accident Lawyer
The compassionate Plano car accident attorneys at The Law Office of Joel M. Vecchio, P.C., dedicate our impressive practice to skillfully guiding challenging claims toward favorable resolutions that honor our clients’ rights. We appreciate the opportunity to do the same for you, so please don’t put off reaching out by contacting us online or calling us at 972-381-4610 for more information today.