Passengers are usually the innocent party in road accidents, making their chances of success in a passenger injury claim quite high.
Sustaining an injury as a passenger can be just as traumatic as it is for the driver, sometimes even worse, since passengers have no control over the situation. Accidents can catch them completely off guard, especially if they’re resting or distracted.
Drivers have a duty of care to their passengers, meaning they must take reasonable precautions to prevent harm. Similarly, all drivers owe a duty to avoid harming others on the road, including passengers in other vehicles.
If an accident is caused by a driver’s negligence, whether your driver or another, they breach their duty of care, making them liable for your injuries and related losses.
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