Using an Uber to get to and from the airport or an activity, you may not think twice about whether that driver is going to cause an accident that leads to your injuries. At The Law Offices of James A. Welcome, our legal team has worked consistently to help victims get answers. We have an Uber accident lawyer in Hartford who is ready to help you.
Set up a free consultation with our legal team to discuss your accident. We care about helping you get answers. Our Hartford rideshare accident lawyer has been in business since 2007. Call us today to schedule a free consultation.
Who Can Be Hurt in a Rideshare Accident
Another factor that complicates a rideshare accident is the wide range of parties that could be hurt. These accidents can happen in various ways. Some examples of the parties we often represent in such accidents include:
- Rideshare customers. You were in the vehicle of a rideshare driver.
- Pedestrians. You were walking when a rideshare driver caused your accident.
- Bike riders. A rideshare driver struck you while you were a cyclist.
- Passengers or drivers of other cars. You were driving your own car when a rideshare driver struck you, or you were a passenger in such a vehicle.
- Rideshare drivers. You were a rideshare driver providing a service when someone else struck you.
As complicated as these accidents can be, you should know our legal team has the experience to guide you through them. For more than 40 years, our team has helped victims hold those who hurt them accountable. We expect to fight for you, and our Hartford car accident lawyer will be there to guide you throughout this process.
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How to Report Your Uber Accident
Victims of an Uber accident will often need to report the incident to the rideshare company. The app even has a way for you to do this easily. However, before you file a claim, make sure to consider the following steps:
- Ensure you receive medical care for all of the injuries you have.
- Document all losses you have incurred from the accident, including medical bills for future care needs
- File a police report
- Contact your attorney to file the claim for you
In nearly all situations, it is best to allow our legal team to handle the actual claim filing with the insurance company. You can notify the insurance company of the accident, but avoid actually filing a claim until you speak to our team. Our Hartford personal injury lawyer will work to maximize the compensation owed to you.
Determining Fault in a Rideshare Accident Is a Critical First Step
One of the first and most important steps after an accident is to determine fault, or who caused the accident. In an Uber accident, this is a very important task because it determines who will pay for your losses and how much liability insurance may be available to you. The following rules must be taken into consideration:
- Offline driver. In situations where a driver is not logged into the Uber app and therefore not providing a service, the driver’s personal liability insurance covers the injuries they cause.
- Logged into the app, but not providing a service. In situations where the driver is logged into the app but has not accepted a ride to provide service, the rideshare company’s limited liability coverage requirement applies. This means a $100,000 policy is in place, under Uber rules.
- Providing services. If the driver is logged into the app and has accepted a ride, then Uber’s full liability coverage is applicable, which increases coverage to $1 million.
Notably, if a third-party driver causes an accident, and not the driver, that party becomes responsible for your injuries. Because this can become complicated and costly if mistakes are made, we strongly encourage you to seek the legal guidance of our Hartford Uber accident lawyer from The Law Offices of James A. Welcome, who will fight for fair compensation in your situation.
Potential Losses in a Rideshare Accident
Rideshare accidents, like most other car accidents, can lead to serious injuries and losses. You have the right, as the victim of negligence, to pursue compensation against the losses you incurred. Every case is vastly different, but some of the most common types of losses our legal team seeks in these cases include:
- Medical-related losses, including emergency and ongoing medical support you need and associated expenses, including medication, therapy, and treatment.
- Loss of earnings due to being unable to work for a period of time after the accident, including loss of wages, salary, and benefits.
- Loss of earning capacity if you have permanent injuries that prevent you from doing the same work.
- Property damage, including losses related to damage to your vehicle and personal belongings.
- Pain and suffering incurred at the time of the accident and throughout your recovery.
- Emotional trauma, including the development of depression and anxiety.
Victims involved in highly egregious situations or intentional actions may also be able to seek punitive damages, a type of punishment award by the court. Though rare, in some situations, your injuries and losses may warrant the court to take this action.
Avoid Waiting Too Long to File a Claim for Your Losses
Victims of personal injury accidents, including Uber car accidents, have two years from the date of the accident if it involves negligence or recklessness to file a claim. There are some limitations to this rule and exceptions that may give you some additional time.
However, it is not beneficial to wait too long to seek compensation through a lawsuit. Work with our legal team now to build a case, fight for a settlement, and move your claim forward in court only if it becomes necessary to do so.
Contact Our Uber Accident Attorney in Hartford for Guidance
At The Law Offices of James A. Welcome, our legal team has four decades of experience fighting for victims of accidents and getting results.
You can expect us to become your advocate when you are battling the rideshare company’s insurance company or when other claims are made against you. Schedule a free consultation with our Hartford Uber accident attorney to gain the knowledge you need.
