I hitched my wagon to a horse with no legs

You're like a dog who chased a car, got hit, and now you're stuck in a ditch.

I followed my dad to his new job, and now I'm stuck working in a factory with no benefits.

I joined a group project with a guy who never showed up and now I'm stuck doing all the work.

I tried to start a business with my friend, and now I'm stuck with no money and a ton of debt.