When we think of accidents and negligence, we mostly think of the actions of the driver or other road users, apportioning blame on them due to the fact that they were actively operating a vehicle, thereby making the assumption that no-one else could have caused the accident.

However, there can be multiple parties when it comes to accident occurrence, and one unassuming party that people rarely think of is the passenger or passengers. Passenger negligence is often overlooked, but it is one of the reasons why thousands of accidents occur on a yearly basis in the country. While passengers cannot actively control a vehicle, their actions may contribute to the occurrence of the same through ways we will take a look at shortly.

That said, it is important to note that the law has provisions for compensation if one gets injured due to the direct action or negligence of others, as long as one can prove that were it not for the breach of the defendant party’s duty of care, they never would have gotten injured. Auto accidents can be life-changing depending on the severity of injuries one sustains, and many victims often have to undergo intensive treatment, surgery and rehabilitation in order to be able to get back to living and working as well as socializing like the rest of us.

Seeking compensation for injuries sustained by passenger negligence is not for the faint of heart nor should it be an endeavor carried out alone – it is important to work with an experienced auto accident law firm to understand the nuances of the case as well as ensure that one’s legal demand does not leave out any form of damages you may be able to recover, and that’s what we’re here for, and so much more.

Are you looking for a best auto accident injury caused by passenger negligence lawyer? Please call us NOW at (314) 481-63338 to learn more about your legal options for justice and compensation. For close to 30 years, we’ve been able to recover more than $260 million in compensation for our clients across the country and from all walks of life.

Our attorneys bring together their over 90 years of cumulative experience and process valid claims from start to finish, giving each claim personalized attention in order to recover maximum compensation. The secret to our massive success lies in the fact that we are not afraid to litigate claims that deserve the same, as oftentimes, this is the only means by which we will be able to recover fair and maximum compensation under the law.

By contrast, most law firms simply opt to negotiate with the insurance company in order to recover settlement amounts which are oftentimes insufficient for the client’s needs. In addition to having nationwide reach thanks to our network of stellar law firms and attorneys, we also run a bilingual firm (hablamos Español), and we take on all cases on contingency fee basis, which simply means that there are ZERO UPFRONT FEES for the duration of the processing of your claim, as we only levy our fees at the end of the suit, and only if we’ve recovered compensation on your behalf.

If passenger negligence caused your auto accident, please reach out to us NOW at (314) 481-63338 to learn more about your legal options for justice and compensation – our intake team is standing by.

Passenger Distraction Plays a Major Role in Auto Accidents

Passenger distraction refers to any actions that divert the attention of the driver from the road and the act of driving.

This may include any of the following:

1. The use of electronic devices to access social media, text or browse the internet, or playing games on these devices with passengers
2. Engaging in loud, heated or animated conversations with passengers who may be unreasonably combative
3. Engaging in any form of horseplay with passengers such as wrestling, joking around and so on may take the driver’s attention away from the road
4. Consumption of beverages or food leading to spills which may cause some alarm on the driver, diverting their attention on the road.

Is Passenger Distraction a Big Deal in Auto Accidents?

Passenger distraction may seem like a small issue, but the reality is that even three seconds of driver distraction has the potential to lead to an accident. Passengers who engage the driver in distracting conversations may increase the driver’s stress due to the driver feeling pressured to either engage with or respond to passengers, effectively taking away their focus on the road.

In addition, passenger actions or interactions may provoke an emotional reaction in the driver causing inappropriate reactions which may raise the likelihood of an accident.

Passenger Negligence in Auto Accidents – Who’s Really to Blame?

If an accident occurs due to a distracted driver, the issue of liability may be difficult to tease out due to various factors. While it is the driver’s primary responsibility to ensure that they drive safely, negligence can be apportioned to the passenger if their actions induce some form of distraction.

In many jurisdictions, negligence is usually shared as comparative negligence depending on the actions of both parties. If for example the driver that caused your accident is found to be liable for 70 percent at fault due to distraction and the passenger, 30 percent, damages awarded may be adjusted to reflect this.

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Insurance companies may try to get out of paying an accident claim or may lower it due to their client not being fully responsible for the accident on account of the actions of the passenger. In addition, evidence demonstrating passenger negligence may be difficult to pinpoint or prove.

It is due to these and other pertinent reasons that you must give us a call TODAY at (314) 481-63338 so we can access your case, determine the damages you can potentially claim, reach out to experts as well as any witnesses and make contact with the insurance company on your behalf to prevent any exploitative actions on their part.

Remember, the call is 100% FREE, and there is no legal obligation. Thanks for choosing McCready Law, and we look forward to helping you.