When rideshare apps first started marketing to consumers, they made claims about how they could improve road safety. The idea was that rideshare drivers could keep drunk motorists and those unfamiliar with local streets off the road. The average person, who may not be...
There are plenty of questions that may arise after a rideshare accident. It’s easy to understand that you may not understand your rights, how to prove liability, against whom to file a claim, and what the process looks like. There are several factors that can impact your entire claim, and it’s in your best interests to have a lawyer on…
If you suffer a severe injury because of someone else’s negligence, even in a rideshare accident, it’s crucial to understand how to pursue compensation. In a rideshare accident, you must recognize the insurance coverages provided and when they apply. Either way, you’re going through an insurance company to get money to cover expenses related to the injuries you sustain. In…
As rideshare companies become more and more popular, you start to see many vehicles with an associated sticker indicating the company for whom they work. While it is a great opportunity for many, there are some individuals who can be negligent and cause a severe collision. One question that may be brought up is whether or not these companies have…
In most accidents in Virginia, the claim process relies on the traditional fault-based system in which you can take action against a negligent driver to pursue compensation from his or her insurance company. In rideshare accidents, there are other issues that arise in addition to the standard ones typically encountered. Working with a lawyer can help you understand these other…
In a rideshare accident, just like any other area of personal injury law, it’s vital for you to recognize and prove negligence to pursue the compensation you deserve. Unfortunately, not everyone knows what can occur on the road and the various ways in which a rideshare driver can be liable for an accident and the injuries that arise. There are…
Whenever you rely on a rideshare company like Uber or Lyft, you never expect to encounter a severe situation in which you suffer an injury. Unfortunately, these types of accidents can happen. As a potential passenger, another driver, a bicyclist, or a pedestrian, you need to recognize what rights you have to pursue compensation. Note: Rideshare accidents are down with…
Accidents involving Uber and Lyft accidents can be much more complex than normal accidents. Depending on the situation, the rideshare driver, the vehicle manufacturer, or the company they drive for may be held liable for damages. In the infographic below, we break down three scenarios that can impact liability in the event of a ridesharing accident: If you or a…