Ejection accidents happen when a crash causes someone to be thrown from a vehicle. This can cause grievous injuries and such injuries can result in a lot of medical expenses. If you or a loved one were hurt in an accident like this, you may be eligible for compensation. If someone else was to blame for the crash, a Corpus Christi, Texas car accident lawyer can help you hold them accountable.
Why Are Ejection Accidents So Serious?
When someone gets ejected from a vehicle, they can hit the road, a barrier, or other vehicles and get seriously hurt. Many car accidents can result in broken bones, spinal cord injuries, concussions, and other significant injuries, but ejection accidents are even more likely to have devastating consequences. Some victims are going to need to spend a lot of time and money to recover. Others may never fully recover, and others could pass away in the aftermath of such a crash.
Can I Try to Prevent Ejection Accidents?
You cannot control other people on the road, but you can take some steps to protect yourself from ejection accidents. The first recommendation is to always use your seatbelt. Even if you’re just running a quick errand, don’t forget to buckle up. Your seatbelt could keep you in place and potentially save your life.
Sticking to the speed limit is also advisable. The faster you’re traveling, the easier it is for an occupant of a vehicle to be thrown from it in a crash.
Can Victims of Ejection Accidents Sue For Damages?
If someone else was to blame for your accident, you shouldn’t be stuck paying all of those medical bills. Our personal injury attorneys can help you sue for fair compensation. If another person’s negligence led to the crash, we can negotiate for a reasonable settlement offer that helps make up for:
- Medical expenses
- Lost wages
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of enjoyment
- Loss of earning potential
- Property damages
Can I Sue for Wrongful Death Damages?
If your loved one passes away in an ejection accident, you may be able to sue for wrongful death damages. These address the financial costs associated with your loved one’s passing, like the costs of a funeral and burial, along with the loss of companionship or mentorship that this death has caused.
If you are the spouse, child, or parent of a victim, you can sue for wrongful death. The executor of the decedent’s estate can also file a lawsuit.
Schedule a Free Consultation
When you are ready to move ahead with a personal injury lawsuit, contact the Sahadi Legal Group. We can schedule a free consultation for you. Take this opportunity to learn more about your legal options and what an experienced personal injury lawyer can do to help you.
