That also depends on the individual facts of your case. Generally, personal injury claims are brought against the individuals and/or entities whose negligence more likely than not caused your injuries. While an attorney can help identify potentially liable parties in your crash, here are some examples:
- A negligent driver who violated traffic laws or otherwise failed to safely operate their vehicle
- A commercial trucking company that hired unfit drivers or failed to comply with regulations
- Automakers or product manufacturers responsible for defective products
- Municipal entities responsible for collisions involving public transit
- Premises owners responsible for unsafe road or property conditions
- Drinking establishments that overserved intoxicated drivers (dram shop law)
- Municipal entities that caused your accident due to a negligently designed roadway