What Do I Do if I Was Injured as a Passenger in a Car Crash?

Being in a car accident can be a very difficult experience—to put it mildly. However, due to the prevalence of ridesharing companies like Uber and Lyft, more and more people are finding themselves in this difficult position. As the passenger of a vehicle involved in a crash, it can be confusing to try to navigate the hoops of Maryland personal injury law. However, this isn’t a process you need to embark upon on your own; the dedicated Prince George’s Count car accident lawyers at Foran & Foran, P.A., are here to help.

At Foran & Foran, we take pride in helping everyday people stand up to big insurance companies in pursuit of fair compensation for what our clients have been through. We’re here to help level the playing field so you can recover the monetary damages you need to get your life back on track.

Yes, passengers can pursue a personal injury lawsuit following a Maryland car accident. Despite not being the driver of a vehicle involved in a collision, as a passenger, you have some of the same rights as the driver does. These rights include claims for recovery for medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering and other expenses related to the accident. Importantly, this is still the case even if you were hurt in a single vehicle accident.

As the passenger of a vehicle, you have a claim against the driver of the vehicle you were riding in or another driver; it depends on who caused the accident. Hopefully, the party who was at fault has car insurance that will provide coverage for your damages. However, even if there is coverage in place, you should still speak with an experienced Maryland car accident attorney who understands the law and how to maximize your recovery in these cases.

Following the accident, the first thing to do is call the police. You should speak to the police and obtain a copy of the police report if one was created. While at the scene of the accident, you should also exchange information with everyone involved, including the driver of the vehicle you were riding in, the driver of the other vehicle, and any witnesses. Take the time to get any eyewitness information as well as pictures of the scene and both vehicles. After you have all the relevant information regarding the parties and the happening of the accident, you should seek medical attention if you need it.

If you have been involved in a collision where you were a passenger in a vehicle in Bowie, Greenbelt, Hyattsville, Clinton, College Park or Landover, contact our experienced attorneys at Foran & Foran P.A. for a free consultation. Where liability is a potential issue, it is important to move quickly and efficiently and obtain all witness information.

At Foran & Foran, P.A., we understand how an accident can impact your life, and we’re here to help you get your life back on track. With approximately 85 years of combined experience representing clients in all types of motor vehicle accident cases, we know what it takes to connect you with the compensation you need, deserve, and are legally entitled to. We represent clients throughout Bowie, New Carrolton, Greenbelt, Hyattsville, Laurel, and throughout the state. We also offer free consultations to all accident victims and will only collect a fee for our services if we win your case. To learn more, and to schedule a free consultation today, call us at 301-441-2022 or connect with us online by filling out our secure online form. Let Our Family Help Your Family! We look forward to hearing from you.