Passenger Injury

Any passenger in a vehicular accident is considered free of liability for the accident, unless they committed an overt act that distracted the driver, or in any other way contributed to the accident. Additionally, if you get into a vehicle knowing that the driver is intoxicated, you may have “assumed the risk” of being in an accident. If you are a passenger and you are injured in a vehicular accident, you may receive compensation for your injuries. Be sure that you see a doctor immediately. As a passenger, you may have a claim against all negligent parties, which can include the driver of the car you were riding in when the accident occurred, as well as the drivers of other vehicles involved. It is vitally important that you get as much information about the circumstances as possible – who was driving each car, what happened, the weather or road conditions, any witnesses, etc. Your independent information may be the key to receiving compensation for your injuries.

If you or a loved one is in need of legal assistance, please call Kleinpeter & Schwartzberg, L.L.C. at (225) 926-4130 or toll free (800) 548-6130 anytime during regular business hours, Monday-Friday (8:00 AM to 5:30 PM), or submit an online questionnaire. The initial consultation is free of charge, and if we agree to handle your case, we will usually work on a contingency fee basis, which means we get paid for our services only if we recover money for you. Remember, if a lawsuit is not filed within the time limit set by law, all rights may be lost forever. Only an attorney, based on the factual information provided by the client, can determine for sure the applicable prescription period (time limit). Please do not delay in seeking legal assistance to ensure that you do not waive your right to possible compensation.