Dallas Ridesharing Accident Attorney

Answer: After a rideshare accident resulting in injury, you should call the police to have the accident reported in as much detail as possible. Additionally, you should open the rideshare app and report the collision at the earliest opportunity. Be sure to seek out medical attention for your injuries after the crash to get a full idea of the damage you have suffered. Taking these steps will increase your likelihood of securing compensation.

Answer: Uber, Lyft, and similar rideshare services often treat their drivers as independent contractors rather than employees. This allows companies like Uber and Lyft to attempt to avoid liability and lawsuits for accidents. However, rideshare services can be sued directly if their policies contributed to an accident, such as failing to vet an unsafe driver.

Answer: In an accident involving a rideshare service, liability will depend on the circumstances behind the accident. If you were injured in a rideshare accident caused by the rideshare driver while they were making a trip, the company can be held liable for paying for your damages through their insurance policy. If the rideshare driver was online but not actively making a trip, the company’s insurance policy may cover part of the damages, and the driver’s personal insurance coverage may also apply.

If you were injured by another driver while riding with Uber or Lyft, you will have to file a claim through the other motorist’s insurance policy. Uber and Lyft provide uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage for cases where the other driver does not have adequate coverage.

Answer: Since every case varies in complexity, getting an estimate for the “standard” amount of time needed to obtain a settlement can be difficult. The length of a case may depend on the time it will take to collect evidence and negotiate with the liable parties, such as the driver’s insurance company and/or the rideshare service. If the liable parties agree to a fair, full settlement early on, your case could be resolved in as little as a few months.

Answer: Compensation after a rideshare accident can cover your economic damages, such as the costs of surgery, physical rehabilitation, or medication to treat your injuries, as well as lost income. Additionally, you could also be paid out for non-economic damages like mental trauma and the agony you suffered.

Answer: If your Uber driver causes an accident, you should be sure to report the accident as soon as possible through the app so you can get coverage from the company. You can also recover compensation through your Uber driver’s personal insurance policy.

Answer: Many personal injury attorneys bill clients on a contingency fee basis, meaning that you only pay your attorney if you win. The amount you pay will be taken out of your total settlement or verdict. At Jerry D. Andrews, P.C., we will fight to maximize your compensation, taking your claim to court if necessary.

Answer: When the Uber driver is at fault, Uber’s insurance policy can cover damages to passengers and third parties. The policy provides $1 million of coverage for property damage and injuries.

Answer: In Texas, both taxi and limo companies are required to provide insurance coverage for passengers to address injuries in accidents. Taxi and limo companies can also be held directly liable for certain acts of negligence that contribute to wrecks, such as failing to properly maintain their vehicles.

Answer: To name the party or parties who were at fault for a Lyft accident, you will have to gather evidence that shows negligence. For instance, if your Lyft driver was speeding and rear-ended another driver, you could cite the Lyft driver’s reckless behavior as fault for the accident. Our skilled car accident lawyers can help you prove fault by gathering evidence such as traffic camera footage, witness testimony, or photos from the scene of the crash.

Answer: When taking steps to recover compensation for a Lyft accident in Dallas, you should know about the statute of limitations. This is a time limit that affects how long you have to take legal action against any parties at fault. In Texas, there is a two-year statute of limitations on car accidents, effective from the date of injury. If you were injured as a minor, you have two years from the date you turn 18 to file a claim. At Jerry D. Andrews, P.C., we can help you build a case and take prompt action on your behalf.