What should I do if I was a passenger injured in a car wreck?
Answer: Get medical care, report your injuries, collect both drivers’ insurance information, and do not assume you have no claim.
Complete Explanation:
Passengers often have strong injury claims because they usually did not cause the crash. A passenger may have a claim against the driver of another vehicle, the driver of the vehicle they were riding in, or multiple insurance policies depending on fault and coverage. Passengers may also have access to uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage. Do not avoid a claim just because the driver was a friend, family member, coworker, or rideshare driver. Most claims are handled through insurance coverage, not personal payment by the driver.
