Ridesharing and ride-hailing services like Uber and Lyft have become an essential part of our daily lives, as more and more car owners decide to join the growing gig economy. Unfortunately, the drivers and riders in a shared vehicle can still be injured in a serious car accident – and when that happens, you may not be sure exactly where to turn for compensation.
When you contact ‘MAGGIO LAW, our Jackson Uber and Lyft accident attorneys will help you explore all your legal options after a rideshare accident. You shouldn’t have to worry about paying your medical bills and other expenses because an Uber driver (or another vehicle driver) failed to consider your safety as a passenger.
With over 5,000 cases successfully resolved and hundreds of millions recovered for Mississippi accident victims, our seasoned car wreck lawyers can help you get to the bottom of a complex rideshare crash and hold the right parties accountable.
For more information about our legal services in Jackson, call (601) 265-6869 or contact us online today.
When you are involved in a rideshare accident, it is important to know that this is different from any other type of accident. Uber, for example, does not consider its drivers to be employees but independent contractors. As such, they may be quicker to deny injury claims for this reason.
Uber and Lyft both use smartphone applications that can cause drivers to become distracted and divert their attention away from the road, making many collisions the fault of the driver. When compiled with the fact that nearly anyone can become a rideshare driver as long as they have basic auto insurance and a driver's license, it can be dangerous for these drivers to transport passengers for hours on end without the proper training or experience. Given the higher probability of crashes, it is crucial that rideshare companies take extra precautions to insure their drivers.
If you find yourself involved in a wreck where you are a passenger/client while riding in an Uber in Mississippi, you need to take a few steps to protect your interests in the event you have to file a lawsuit.
Here’s what you need to do:
If you have been injured while riding as an Uber or Lyft passenger, you may have a claim to the following damages:
The right thing for a rideshare company to do would be to fully compensate you for your losses, but as we all know, the chances of this are low without a powerful legal advocate on your side. Our firm understands the intricacies of these types of cases and can provide the aggressive representation you need.
Do you have a complex rideshare accident claim in Jackson, MS? Call ‘MAGGIO LAW at (601) 265-6869 today for a free consultation.
