Answer:
An injured passenger may have a claim against the driver who caused the crash, whether that is their own driver or another motorist, and may also have access to applicable vehicle insurance benefits.
When a passenger is injured in a car accident, the first step is to determine who caused the crash. That may be the driver of the passenger’s vehicle or a driver in another vehicle.
A passenger may bring a claim against the responsible driver even when that driver is a relative. Liability insurance may cover accidents caused by the insured driver.
Pennsylvania vehicle insurance can also provide benefits for a passenger’s medical expenses, separate from a liability claim against the at-fault driver. McDonald At Law can review the circumstances and available coverage after a passenger injury.