Can I File a Personal Injury Claim After Getting Hurt In An Uber Accident?
Rideshare companies Uber and Lyft have become leading transportation businesses throughout the world, particularly in the U.S. In 2017, it was reported that Uber’s share of the ride-hailing market is 77%, and that the company’s total value is at $62.5 billion.
Although this service is widely appreciated for its convenience and affordability, riders should be aware of the risks they face.
Skilled Representation for Your Uber Accident Claim
Sadly, insurance companies are often in the business of saving as much money as possible for themselves and are likely to offer a much lower settlement than is just and fair. Our personal injury attorneys in Houston have decades of experience standing up to large insurance companies and fighting for the compensation our clients deserve.
Our Houston Uber accident attorneys have a “No Recovery, No Fee” policy. If we don’t recover damages for your injury and loss, you won’t owe us a dime. Our skilled Houston car accident lawyers have gained national recognition as hard-hitting advocates who do not back down in the face of large corporations.
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Your Guide Through Complex Legal Challenges
Our Houston rideshare accident attorneys can help you navigate the legal complexities of this process, and help ensure that you receive the compensation you deserve after suffering injuries in an Uber/Lyft accident.
We share over 100 years of experience representing injury victims and have secured millions of dollars on their behalf, earning us membership with the Million Dollar Advocates Forum and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum.
Can I Sue Uber for My Rideshare Accident?
If you were injured in an accident due to your Uber/Lyft driver’s negligence, you may be wondering if you can file a claim against the rideshare company. Unfortunately, the company itself is legally protected against this kind of lawsuit. Uber drivers are technically considered“independent contractors,” meaning that Uber and Lyft cannot be held responsible for an accident caused by one of their drivers.
Therefore, you would need to file a claim against the particular at-fault driver. This is unfortunate for injury victims, as it is unlikely that an individual driver will be able to cover the full amount of damages you may be entitled to.
What Compensation Can My Uber Accident Attorney Help Me Recover?
After getting hurt or sustaining damage to your car or other property in an Uber accident, the Uber accident lawyers at Fibich, Leebron, Copeland & Briggs can help you seek financial recovery for ongoing and future losses you incur.
In an Uber accident claim, our law firm can help you recover compensation for your:
- Medical bills for your treatment and rehabilitation, such as hospitalization, surgeries, pain management, or therapy
- Long-term disability care, such as home health services, housekeeping assistance, or home renovations to implement disability accommodations
- Lost wages/income or loss of earning capacity due to temporary or permanent disability from work
- Pain and suffering
- Reduced quality of life caused by physical disabilities or disfigurement scarring that interfere with daily living or participating in activities you enjoy
- Costs of vehicle repairs or reimbursement for your car’s value if totaled in a collision with an Uber vehicle
Insurance Coverage for Uber Drivers and Passengers
Uber maintains insurance that covers its drivers while they drive for the rideshare company. The amount of coverage offered by Uber’s insurance varies depending on the driver’s status in a crash.
When an Uber driver has logged into the company’s mobile network but has not yet accepted a ride request from an Uber passenger, the company’s insurance provides:
- $50,000 per person
- $100,000 per accident of bodily injury death liability coverage
- $25,000 per accident of property damage liability coverage
Once an Uber driver accepts a ride request, until the driver ends the passenger’s trip, insurance provides a $1 million combined liability coverage limit.
When an Uber driver has not logged into the company’s mobile application, their own auto insurance policy applies. Some Uber drivers may have additional insurance coverage, which may apply when they have not yet logged into the Uber app or accepted a ride request.
