Recovering Compensation After an Accident in an Uber
With the costs of buying or leasing a car becoming more unreachable to people every day due to a troubled economy, taking an uber car for transportation has become more popular than ever. It’s convenient, and often much cheaper than a taxi, to hop into an uber vehicle rather than waiting for the bus. In an uber, accidents may happen. Uber companies that employ drivers have insurance policies to cover the injuries of anyone who is injured in an accident, but they will try to find ways to get around paying a claim. That’s why it’s important to learn about recovering compensation after an accident in an uber.
Frequency of Uber Accidents
Uber accidents occur frequently partly because uber drivers are not regulated by the same laws as taxi drivers. Uber drivers may not be trained or screened the way taxi drivers are, and may be much less experienced or skilled. A study done by University of Chicago and Rice University in 2018 showed that the number of traffic deaths has increased since the founding of the uber company. Many of the drivers are at or near retirement age, and are simply seeking to supplement their meager incomes from their pensions. All of these factors lead to increased risk for those who ride in an uber car.
What to Do After an Uber Accident
If you’re in an accident as the passenger of an Uber vehicle, seek medical attention promptly if you’ve been hurt. As a note, do not refuse medical attention at the scene either, and do not sign any releases at the scene as well. Get the doctor to document your injuries, even if they seem minor. Get the contact information of everyone involved, but do not accept a settlement from an Uber company. Right after an accident, you don’t truly know the total amount of compensation you will need. That’s why calling an Uber accident lawyer is so important.
Call to Schedule a Free Consultation With an Uber Accident Lawyer in Texas Today
If you’ve been in an Uber accident, call to schedule a free consultation with an Uber accident lawyer in Texas today. The legal experts at the Lassiter Law Firm will thoroughly investigate your case to discover who was responsible in the accident and what compensation you’re likely to need. You need to be compensated properly, as you have done nothing wrong by making the decision to use an Uber, and then sustaining an injury or a loss related to the actions of the Uber driver. We serve the Houston, Texas area and can be reached at (713)521-0104. Give us a call and let us give you advice you can trust.
