I was a passenger in a car and I was injured in a Kansas City trucking accident. Who is responsible for paying for my injuries?

If you were a passenger in a vehicle that was involved in a Kansas City crash with an 18-wheeler, you are very likely eligible to receive compensation for your medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering and other losses. Who pays these damages will depend on the circumstances of the accident.

Some of the parties that may be responsible include:

• The driver of the vehicle that you were in

• The manufacturer of the vehicle you were in

• The driver of the truck

• The owner of the truck

• The owner of the tractor-trailer cab or trailer

• The owner of the freight in the truck

• The employer of the driver

• A parent company of the owner of the truck or employer of the driver

• The manufacturer of the truck, cab or trailer

• The manufacturer of the truck’s tires or any defective part

• A maintenance company or other party responsible for maintaining the truck

• A driver of another vehicle

Every truck accident is unique; this is why the Kansas City accident attorneys at Kansas City Accident Injury Attorneys offer a free initial consultation. Call our office at 1-888-348-2616 and we’ll schedule a free visit with one of our Missouri trucking accident lawyers to discuss your unique situation.

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1102 Grand Blvd., Ste 1901
Kansas City, MO 64106
Phone: 816-471-5111
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1102 Grand Blvd., Ste 1901
Kansas City, MO 64106
Phone: 816-471-5111
Toll Free: 888-348-2616
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