Rideshare Accidents 101: Your First 5 Action Items
Hailing a rideshare such as an Uber or Lyft is about convenience - but it’s increasingly becoming a liability.
According to a 2018 research study from the University of Chicago and Rice University, the rise of the rideshare has increased traffic deaths by over 1,000 mortalities annually since 2011.
While reading to prepare yourself in the event of a rideshare accident may seem morbid, you’ll find from a personal injury perspective that it’s a worthy and important use of your time.
So, what should you do in the event of a rideshare accident? Read on to find out.
Attend to your health and safety and minimize personal injury
Do what you can to get the rideshare vehicle to the side of the road.
Nothing is more important than your health and physical wellbeing. If you’re injured, seek medical treatment.
Gather what information is available
Find out as much as your driver will tell you. If possible, try to obtain the following information:
The driver’s name
The name of any other driver involved in the accident
Driver’s personal contact information (a phone number is best)
Vehicle license plate number, make, model and year
License plate number, make, model and year of all other vehicles involved in the accident if any
Auto insurance carrier names and policy numbers of ever driver involved in the accident
Document as much as you can in case of personal injury litigation
Take photos of the following things if possible:
Rideshare vehicle including all areas of damage
Other vehicles involved in the accident
Be sure to hang onto a document or screenshot of your Lyft or Uber receipt.
Report your rideshare accident to the appropriate bureaus
Whether it’s you or another party that contacts the police, make sure you talk to the investigating police officer when they arrive on the scene. Ask how you can obtain a copy of the accident crash report.
Be cooperative with the investigating police officer, and answer all questions they may have regarding the incident
Seek representation from a personal injury lawyer
The rideshare accident team at Daniel Sagiv Law Group is here to guide you through the personal injuries accident claims process here in Boca Raton, Florida. It’s easier to handle a rideshare accident lawsuit with a legal professional that’s familiar with rideshare laws in the state of Florida.
We’re able to review the details of your accident, help you better understand your legal options, and potentially develop a legal strategy based on the facts of your case. If you’re a visitor who sustained an auto accident injury while visiting Florida, we can assist you, too.
Once you’ve contacted us for a free consultation and made the decision to move forward, we’ll conduct a thorough investigation to establish liability in your personal injuries case. We have a contingency fee policy in place - meaning you will not pay attorney fees until you’re compensated for your personal injuries.
Furthermore, our clients love us - and we’re looking forward to serving you in your auto accident case.
