Elk Grove Rideshare Accident Lawyer
Injured in a Commercial Vehicle accident? Call 916-714-7672 today.
Elk Grove Rideshare Accident Attorney
The advent of rideshare services as a transportation option has become increasingly popular, especially in Elk Grove, providing people with another convenient method of getting around. However, just like traditional motor accidents, accidents involving rideshare vehicles can result in serious injuries. When this happens, it’s important to get in touch with an Elk Grove rideshare accident lawyer. They can investigate what happened and help secure compensation for your injuries.
At Guenard & Bozarth, LLP, we are deeply familiar with the unique circumstances of rideshare accidents. Injury attorneys who are not experienced in this area will apply blank auto accident and injury law to circumstances that require a more nuanced approach to earn as much compensation as possible. We understand what makes these cases different, and we can use that knowledge and experience to make you feel supported and able to move forward.
How Can I Earn Compensation for My Experience in a Rideshare Accident?
You have a better chance of winning your rideshare accident case with the support and guidance of an injury attorney. They can supervise the entire process to ensure no one takes advantage of your rights or tries to give you less money than you deserve.
Some important factors to help get you the outcome you’re looking for include:
Seek Medical Attention
Before you start worrying about the legal implications, it’s important to have yourself checked out by a medical professional. Even if you don’t believe you have suffered major injuries, symptoms are sometimes delayed. Getting ahead of this by scheduling an appointment with a medical professional can minimize how much physical pain you might suffer. A doctor can also generate medical reports for you to use as evidence when justifying your requests for compensation.
Gathering Evidence
The scene of the rideshare accident will only last for so long. Take as many photographs as you can of the vehicles involved, their condition, and any markings on the road or nearby structures. If there were witnesses, collect their contact information. Their observations could be useful. Also, be sure to exchange contact information and insurance details with everyone else involved in the accident.
Determining Who Was at Fault
Liability must be determined so that you can earn compensation for the damages you have suffered. Your attorney can put together a case that suggests which party should be responsible for paying for everything. For example, this might be the rideshare driver. Your attorney could present surveillance footage that shows them running a red light or ignoring a prominent traffic sign that caused the accident.
Understanding the Extent of Each Party’s Insurance Coverage
Because many different parties could be involved in your accident, multiple insurance companies may be involved. Both the driver and the rideshare company they work for have their own policies, but different companies may be liable for compensating you, depending on the details of your case. Work with your attorney to better understand the nuances of each insurance policy and see who should pay for what.
Document All Costs and Expenses
Your attorney must link the rideshare accident to the financial strains you are suffering from. This will require all costs and expenses to be well-documented and presented to all stakeholders in the case. Medical bills, missed paychecks from work, and property damage are some of the largest expense categories to present. Future costs could also apply, especially if you are suffering from a long-term disability.
Avoid Common Mistakes
Making the smallest misstep can have great implications for the quality of your case. For example, if you provide a recorded statement to an insurance company without having your attorney present, it can lead to your word being used against you. Settling too quickly could also mean you are leaving money on the table. Work with an Elk Grove attorney to avoid some of these common pitfalls that reduce how much compensation you have the potential to earn.
FAQs
Q: What Should I Do If a Rideshare Driver Refuses to Report an Accident?
A: If your rideshare driver doesn’t report what happened, take action to protect your claim. Report the accident to the rideshare company yourself through their app or customer service line. Give them as many details as you can, as well as any evidence that you were able to collect at the scene. A lawyer can help hold your driver accountable and ensure the company acknowledges your claim.
Q: What Are My Rights as a Passenger in a Rideshare Accident?
A: Passengers who have been injured in a rideshare accident have the right to seek compensation for the damages they have sustained. Whether the party who is at fault is the rideshare driver, another motorist, or a combination of both, you have the right to file a claim with the applicable insurance companies. Rideshare companies often provide coverage for passengers if it happens while they are actively in a ride.
Q: Can I Recover Compensation for Emotional Distress After a Rideshare Accident?
A: Yes, you can recover compensation for emotional conditions like anxiety, depression, PTSD, or any other psychological conditions, as long as you are able to directly tie the emotional condition to the rideshare accident. Make sure you document your emotional struggles through therapy records, medical evaluations, and your own personal journal. This can all help to prove your emotional distress is valid and worthy of compensation.
Q: What If the Rideshare Driver Was Driving Recklessly or Under the Influence?
A: If there is evidence that shows your rideshare driver was driving recklessly or was under the influence of drugs or alcohol, they can be subjected to both criminal and civil consequences. It can also be much easier for you to receive compensation, as presenting the results of their breathalyzer test could be enough alone to show you were a victim of their poor decision-making.
Contact Guenard & Bozarth, LLP Today
If you are ready to take these matters into your own hands, contact our attorneys today. We are happy to talk more about your rideshare incident and formulate a plan with you to maximize your requested compensation.
Elk Grove Practice Areas
Vehicle Accidents
INJURY PRACTICE AREAS
VEHICLE ACCIDENTS
We will promptly investigate your car, motorcycle or truck crash to pursue maximum damages.
INJURIES ON PROPERTY
Wrongful Death
PERSONAL INJURY
We fight back when legitimate claims are unfairly denied by insurance companies.
INSURANCE BAD FAITH
Bad faith litigation is becoming more common as the insurance industry continues to engage in dishonest practices that trample the rights of policyholders.
INSURANCE COMPANIES KNOW US BECAUSE THEY’VE PAID OUR CLIENTS OVER $130 MILLION DOLLARS.
$2.9
MILLION
CAR ACCIDENT INJURY
Guenard & Bozarth llp obtained a $2,962,903 jury verdict in the Sacramento County Superior Court for plaintiff David Schoonover, who suffered head and neck injuries and fractures in a head-on accident on Roseville Road in Roseville on July 22, 2012
$300
THOUSAND
HAIR SALON INJURY
Guenard & Bozarth LLP recently settled a case for $300,000 involving a hair weave that went terribly wrong. Our client was a young lady, and aspiring model, who experienced pressure necrosis from a tight weave and it changed her life.
$500
THOUSAND
SLIP & FALL INJURY
Guenard & Bozarth LLP recently settled a slip and fall case for $500,000 a couple weeks before trial. The client slipped and fell on a wet piece of cardboard in a grocery store and sustained a serious shoulder injury that required surgery.
$300
THOUSAND
NEGLIGENCE INJURY
On February 13, 2013 Maricela, a Certified Nursing Assistant presented to Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital Emergency Room with complaint of neck and back pain. She was diagnosed with a neck strain and was given Ibuprofen and instructed to return if her symptoms did not subside.
YOUR STORY MATTERS TO US
Read More
Read More
Read More
