Uber is a convenient service and a relatively safe experience. Those meeting up for a few drinks know it is better to get into an Uber rather than behind the wheel. While Uber rides are generally safe, accidents happen. If you are involved in an Uber accident, get help from a DeSoto rideshare accident lawyer from The Texas Law Dog.
Our team’s work has generated over 600 5-star Google reviews. You can trust an Uber accident lawyer in DeSoto from our firm to do what it takes to add you to that history. We are available to take your call 24/7, every day of the week.
The Sooner You Partner with a DeSoto Uber Accident Lawyer, the Better
The statute of limitations for car accidents in Texas is two years. If you miss this deadline, you could lose your opportunity to fight for justice in court. Still, some cases warrant deadline extensions. Never assume you are without recourse without first speaking to an experienced Uber accident attorney in DeSoto.
Another reason to form a swift legal partnership is the need for evidence. Successful claim outcomes rely heavily on the strength of the evidence, which is most readily available in the immediate time following the accident.
With fast access to your case, your DeSoto car accident lawyer has a greater chance of contacting witnesses and getting reliable statements, securing security or traffic camera footage, and collecting physical evidence from the scene or vehicles involved. We will begin compiling evidence from all available sources immediately after we officially join forces.
Uber Accidents Often Bring Complicated Insurance Issues
Uber’s insurance structure can add complexity to your car accident claim. Our firm’s founding attorney, Matt Aulsbrook, used to own insurance agencies. He saw how insurance companies often mistreated injury victims, and what he saw prompted him to do something–namely, to lead victims’ fights for justice.
The company’s insurance helps and protects drivers and passengers during certain situations:
- When drivers have the app activated and are awaiting a ride, Uber provides $50,000 per person and $100,000 per accident for bodily injury, and $25,000 for property damage
- When the driver is moving to a pickup or drop-off site, Uber provides $1,000,000 for property damage, passenger and other third-party injuries, and covers car repairs for the Uber driver under certain conditions.
An Uber driver’s personal auto insurance applies to accidents occurring when the driver is off duty. The timing of an on-duty accident plays a major role in determining if Uber’s insurance pays for those damages. A DeSoto personal injury lawyer will challenge any insurance company’s attempts to deny you justice.
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We Can Determine Who to Hold Accountable for Your Uber Accident
The common causes of car accidents apply to Uber accidents, but the risks posed by some causes intensify for Uber drivers. Distracted driving is a known danger. Uber drivers may be even more distracted than other drivers. They must constantly refer to their electronic route finders and may be preoccupied with their passengers’ behavior.
They also have to find their clients and locate drop-off spots. Pickup and drop-off areas present increased risk for accidents with pedestrians and other motorists, according to a study found in the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) stacks.
Sometimes, another driver may cause the crash. It could also result from a vehicle malfunction. A pothole or other unattended road defect could cause a tire blowout, leading to a collision. Whatever the cause, The Texas Law Dog will investigate until we find it and determine who to hold accountable.
Count on Us to Fight for the Damages You Deserve
The various insurance options give at-fault parties the opportunity to shift the blame to someone else. For example, Uber and the insurance adjusters for Uber drivers may each dispute the timing of the accident or seek loopholes to avoid making a payout.
If another driver or entity caused the crash, their representatives may attempt to blame Uber or the driver’s insurance for the incident. When you try to manage these insurance companies alone, it is easy to be misled. Adjusters may attempt to convince you that their company is not responsible, or they may admit responsibility but offer a low settlement.
Our team knows how personal injury claims work. We understand how insurance policies work and are aware of the tactics companies often employ to avoid paying their obligations. We have the experience and knowledge needed to fight for the damages you deserve.
Types of Compensation for an Uber Accident
The recoverable damages after a car accident include economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages recoup your financial losses. Accidents typically result in injuries that require costly medical care. We will account for these expenses and future care costs, if applicable, when calculating an amount.
Economic damages also include wages lost during recovery, and future wages if you cannot go back to work. We will also seek compensation for the value of property lost or damaged in the crash, and any other expenses incurred by the accident.
Non-economic damages compensate you for losses that do not have a bill attached. They provide financial recognition of your physical and emotional suffering, mental distress, and decreased enjoyment of life. These losses hold great value. The other side will try to diminish that value, but we will fight for full acknowledgment.
Exemplary Damages
Exemplary damages, also called “punitive” damages, are an additional monetary punishment put on a negligent party and payable to the victims. This sum does not compensate you for losses. Rather, it punishes the at-fault party for acts of extreme negligence.
Punitive damages do not apply to all personal injury claims. If your Uber accident involved an impaired driver or other demonstration of reckless indifference to safety, you may have grounds to pursue them. Our team will be prepared to make the demand.
We are Committed to Delivering Results
The Texas Law Dog provides each client and claim with the individual consideration they deserve. We never just “go through the motions.”
Your Uber accident lawyer in DeSoto will design a strategy tailored to meet the specific needs of your situation and work to achieve the most favorable result possible.
