Passengers often suffer different injuries — often more severe — in a motor vehicle collision. Passengers also have unique challenges in pursuing compensation for an accident. To protect your rights and your interests, it is important to work with a law firm attuned to these special issues; call 619-894-7066 or email us for immediate assistance.
Passenger Injury Attorneys in San Diego
The attorneys of Phillips & Pelly have handled thousands of auto accident cases, including representation of injured passengers. If you or a family member was involved in a crash as a rider, contact us today for a free consultation. We practice in San Diego, Poway, Vista, Oceanside and throughout San Diego County, California.
Child Passengers in Auto Accidents
Without the buffer of the steering wheel, front seat passengers often suffer serious injuries from hitting the dashboard or windshield. Backseat passengers often suffer injuries to the head or face from being propelled into the seatback — or even launched into the front seat — and are more vulnerable to back and neck injuries in rear-end crashes. Children who are riding in the car can be badly injured by the seatbelt and shoulder harness as well as the injuries mentioned above.
We work closely with medical professionals to ensure that our clients are fully covered for medical care, lost earnings and lasting disability, especially when the collision results in severe or catastrophic injuries that create long-term care needs. For help call 619-894-7066 or contact us online.
Rights of a Passenger in a Car Accident
As a passenger, your claim may be against the driver of other vehicle, but it might also be against the driver of the vehicle you were riding in. The prospect of suing a family member, a friend or neighbor is always unpleasant, but it may be necessary to force the insurance companies to cover your losses.
What if the victim's driver or the other driver was uninsured or underinsured? Injured passengers are covered by their own car insurance policy (UM/UIM coverage) or, in the case of a child passenger, by their parent's insurance.
Contacting a Passenger Injury Attorney
The team at Phillips & Pelly will deal with the insurance companies to fight for rightful compensation, once we accept your case, and investigate liability and insurance. We can also help you get medical care if you do not have health insurance. We provide a free case evaluation and there are no fees unless we recover compensation. Call 619-894-7066 or contact us online to talk with an experienced attorney.
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