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Car accidents are a leading cause of death in the U.S. The Insurance Information Institute (III) reports that 37,150 people lost their lives in motor vehicle accidents in 2017, while many more were injured. Many of these fatalities and injured people were passengers.
If you have been hurt in a car accident in which you were a passenger, you are entitled to compensation for your injuries. Please contact Michael J. Redenburg, Esq. P.C. to discuss your case. We provide high-quality representation in Manhattan and New York City to injured car accident victims.
No matter which driver causes an accident, passengers in either vehicle may suffer serious injuries. Examples of passenger injuries include:
Under New York law, injured passengers may seek compensation from the party whose negligence caused the accident. This principle applies whether the accident was caused by a negligent driver, mechanical failure, or a hazard on the road. Depending on the circumstances, the party responsible for an injured passenger’s damages may be:
A passenger injured in a car accident caused by the negligence of another may be entitled to claim damages such as:
If your loved one was killed as a passenger in a car accident, you may be entitled to recover compensation in a wrongful death claim. The representative of the decedent’s estate may file a claim to recover damages including loss of income from the deceased and emotional distressed caused to family members.
To protect your rights and recover the maximum compensation for your injuries, it is important to have an experienced personal injury attorney by your side. Our car accident lawyers can investigate the accident, prepare a strong case, and negotiate skillfully on your behalf. We have more than 10 years’ experience handling passenger and other car accident cases in Manhattan and NYC.
At Michael J. Redenburg, Esq. P.C., we are dedicated to tenaciously pursuing fair compensation for your injuries. If you have been hurt or lost a loved one as a passenger in a car accident, call us today to schedule a consultation and find out how our firm can help.