Being a passenger can be a relief—you may be tired of driving, or intoxicated, or maybe you just didn’t want to deal with traffic and parking. But being a passenger doesn’t mean you’re immune from injuries. If a driver is careless on the road, you may suffer for their lack of care.
So what are your options when you’re hurt, but you weren’t driving when the accident happened? Here’s what you can do about your injuries, and what your Bronx car accident lawyer can do for an NYC car crash.
Here’s the good news—you may have grounds for a settlement from the at-fault driver’s insurance company. New York is a no-fault state, which means it doesn’t matter who caused the accident. You should still receive compensation regardless of fault. As a passenger, that means the driver may be liable for your injuries.
This may also be your option for compensation if you’re hurt by a rideshare driver. Rideshare drivers are required to carry commercial drivers insurance, which covers up to one million dollars for a car accident.
But that doesn’t mean the at-fault party will compensate you. Insurance companies may act in bad faith, or they may believe you don’t have enough evidence for a settlement. If you were seriously injured, you may be over the limit for an insurance settlement.
Insurance companies don’t benefit when you seek out the settlement you’re due. They’re for-profit companies, which means they may act against your best interests to protect their profits. That hurts you when you’re trying to recover from an injury. In these cases, you may need to take your claim to court.
When the insurance companies fail to compensate you, you may be able to sue them for rejecting your claim in bad faith. But in some cases, the insurance company isn’t responsible—the at-fault party is. In these cases, you may need to file a lawsuit against the at-fault party.
Taking your claim to court can be a difficult process, and you need to be prepared before you ever file. For example, if you don’t know what your claim is worth, it’s easy to ask for less and receive less compensation than you’re due. Your lawyer can represent your best interest to ensure you receive no less than you’re owed.
Suing for your injuries after a car crash isn’t easy, but turning to the lawyers at Greenstein & Milbauer, LLP is. We have the tools you need as a passenger in a car accident to get the compensation you need for your recovery. You have options to get help, but you may need a lawyer to help you access those options.
We understand how tough it can be to get compensated, which is why we offer free consultations. If you’ve been hurt in a car wreck and you need help, call 1-800-VICTIM2 (842-8462) or visit our website for more contact options.
Accidents happen, while being an accident victim may be unavoidable, choosing the wrong attorney is not. The experienced team of lawyers at Greenstein & Milbauer, LLP have more than 15 years of handling highly complicated personal injury claims. Contact our personal injury attorneys to learn how we can help you secure the compensation you are entitled to get back on your feet. 1800-842-8462... View full business profile here: Greenstein & Milbauer, LLP
