San Diego Lyft and Uber Accident Lawyer

Cases We Handle

We handle the following personal injury cases:

Personal Injury

• Bicycle Accidents
• Brain Injuries
• Dog Bites
• Personal Injury
• Slip and Fall Accidents
• Wrongful Death

Motor Vehicle Accidents

• Bicycle Accidents
• Car Accidents
• Motorcycle Accidents
• Pedestrian Accidents
• Truck Accidents

Work Injuries

• Workers' Compensation

After a rideshare accident, you should act similarly to how you would in any other car accident. Ensure that everyone is okay and call emergency services. Even if the car accident doesn't seem bad, you'll still want to call both emergency services and the police.

After an Uber or Lyft accident, rideshare drivers and passengers commonly experience mild shock. Because of this, you may not think you need medical care or even realize you have severe injuries. Make it a rule that, at minimum, the paramedics are called and examine you on the accident scene. If you have discomfort or suffer injuries, including mental confusion, seek medical attention by proceeding to the hospital for a complete medical examination is highly encouraged.

The police must be on the scene to document the accident from their perspective and mediate between parties. After the accident, the police officer will create an accident report. Take down the officer's contact information to obtain a copy of your report. You need this report as evidence in your case.

Document the car accident by taking pictures and videos.

Get the contact and insurance company information of everyone involved in the auto accident, but avoid talking about it. Anything said can hurt your personal injury claim.

After that, consult a San Diego rideshare accident lawyer to help you with your accident claim. Finding a personal injury lawyer with extensive experience in this field will be beneficial and prevent errors from being made.

Rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft have transformed the transportation landscape, especially in bustling cities like San Diego. Rideshare companies rely on mobile apps to connect passengers with drivers, enabling individuals to request rides with just a few taps on their smartphones. These companies position themselves as technology platforms, facilitating ridesharing services rather than owning fleets of rideshare vehicles or directly employing drivers.

Independent Contractors

At the heart of rideshare companies' business model is the designation of drivers as independent contractors rather than employees. This means that Lyft drivers, Uber drivers, and other rideshare service drivers use their vehicles to cover their expenses. This distinction is significant regarding issues like insurance coverage and legal responsibilities. For instance, if a rideshare driver is involved in a car accident, the process of recovering compensation may be different than if the company directly employed them.

Insurance Coverage

Insurance coverage is a critical aspect of the rideshare industry. When accidents or mishaps involving rideshare vehicles occur, there's a complex web of insurance claims to navigate. A Rideshare company usually maintains a policy with insurance companies to cover potential liabilities. Still, this coverage often has stipulations based on when the accident happens (e.g., whether the rideshare driver was actively transporting a passenger or waiting for a ride request). Rideshare accident victims might find themselves delving deep into medical records to prove their injuries and tallying medical bills as they consider pursuing a personal injury lawsuit. Understanding the intricate relationship between rideshare services and big insurance companies is vital for anyone seeking compensation after an incident.

All the concerns that apply to normal car accidents also apply to rideshare accidents. Halt says that in 2019 alone, two million people experienced permanent injuries related to car accidents.

Some of the most prominent causes of these Lyft and Uber accidents are:

• Drunk driving or driving under the influence of alcohol or other substances is among the most harmful causes of rideshare accidents. People often think they are capable of driving after having some drinks. However, response times are slower, and judgment is usually impaired.
• Speeding is another major issue that prevents other drivers from stopping in time to avoid rideshare crashes.
• People also tend to make unsafe lane changes, which can lead to them colliding with a Lyft or Uber vehicle.
• Another common issue is running a red light. It can cause problems when Uber and Lyft drivers push through yellow lights instead of slowing down.
• Distracted driving is something that many people are guilty of. These distractions include conversations with passengers, texting or calling someone, eating, or applying makeup.
• Bad weather, like rain or snow, can also lead to car crashes due to limited visibility or slippery conditions.
• Night-time driving increases the risk of accidents due to limited visibility. You can only see what your headlights and street lights illuminate. People also tend to be more tired at night, which can have the same impairing effects as alcohol.
• Tailgating or following other drivers too closely in your vehicle can also increase your risk of a car crash. You have less time to react if the driver ahead needs to stop or slow down abruptly.

If an accident occurred due to a negligent Uber or Lyft driver, contact our Uber accident lawyer today! We represent all victims and ensure ridesharing companies take responsibility for their drivers.

An Uber or Lyft accident lawyer gets results by taking on several legal tasks.

We offer the following services for accident victims:

• We investigate car accidents and determine who is liable in the case. Rideshare drivers may sometimes refuse to take responsibility. Such scenarios may complicate your insurance claim, and fair compensation may be hard to obtain without proper legal representation.
• Gathering evidence is another essential part of our jobs because we know what to look for in defense of our clients. Police and other parties will not look extensively for evidence that helps your accident claim.
• Negotiating with insurance companies to maximize the compensation you deserve.
• Estimating damages based on the type and extent of injury or damage helps us determine the compensation we want for you.
• Send demand letters to the at-fault party informing them how much they are expected to pay back in damages.
• Taking the case to trial if it cannot be settled out of court.
• Conduct discovery to ask defendants or other parties for information. This helps to collect evidence and avoid surprises.

Call us to speak with an Uber accident attorney if you have suffered severe injuries in an rideshare vehicle accident.

If you have been in a severe rideshare accident in San Diego, CA, contact our Uber or Lyft accident attorney for a free case evaluation. An experienced attorney can review your case against current insurance policies and will determine how much compensation you should receive for your serious injuries.