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Uber, Lyft and Rideshare Accident Attorneys in Austin, Texas
Trial-Tested Uber and Lyft Accident Attorneys Aggressively Representing Victims of Texas Rideshare Accidents
Rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft exploded into the U.S. market in 2010 and 2012 and have dramatically changed the landscape of public transportation. Currently Uber boasts an astounding 93 million active users, and Lyft has 12 million quarterly active riders. All these rideshare trips account for billions of rides each year throughout the country.
According to a study by the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, there are approximately 2.5 million rideshare drivers throughout the country, often working for both rideshare platforms at once, toggling between the apps to garner more business and increased revenue while on our U.S. roadways.
Some drivers even travel from city to city, following event crowds throughout Texas to increase their performance and maximize their incomes.
Not surprisingly, the study points to Uber and Lyft being behind a large increase in U.S. traffic deaths, accounting for a three percent increase in overall car accident fatalities throughout the nation over the past decade.
Additionally, rideshare users in major cities like Austin and other large cities in Texas are more at risk for accidents, with 90% of Uber accidents occurring in urban areas.
The question becomes, what happens when you are involved in a collision with a rideshare driver? Who is responsible for the damages?
Our Austin, managing attorney and law firm founder, Glen Larson, has represented injured Texans and injury clients throughout the United States for more than 15 years with one important goal: To pursue dedicated results for the injured.
Call us now to learn more about who can be held liable for your Uber, Lyft, or other rideshare accident injuries, so you can focus on your recovery without the stress of medical bills and lost wages further interrupting your quality of life.
Texas Metropolitan Areas Have Extensive Rider Options
In larger metropolitan areas throughout Texas, including Austin, Houston, and Dallas, riders have multiple ground transportation options whose drivers can take them where they want to go, with just a simple download of an app scheduled pick-up.
While Uber and Lyft are the most used, others have made a large impact on how individuals travel within our cities, to the airport, and to other locations with just a few taps on their smartphones.
RideAustin, private car services like Blacklane, taxi services like Curb, and airport shuttle transfers through Jayride have all developed a technology-based system that allows independent contractors to drive under their company umbrella.
To increase revenue, many drivers are opting to work for multiple companies at once, toggling between apps to ensure they are maximizing their time behind the wheel under different employers.
To determine who holds the liability for your rideshare collision with injuries, contact our skilled personal injury lawyers in Austin today. Call (512) 883-0277. There is never a charge to talk to an Uber and Lyft Accident attorney. We stand ready.
Why are Uber, Lyft, and other Rideshare Drivers Involved in So Many Collisions?
Negligent drivers, no matter who they are working for, are just as likely to be involved in a collision as another distracted or impaired driver in Texas.
The difference is, most drivers are not spending countless hours driving each day, using up to 60% of their time behind the wheel searching for passengers.
For that reason, accidents occurring at drop-off and pickup points are common and are causing serious injuries and fatalities in Texas and throughout the rest of the country.
Who is More Likely to Be Injured During an Uber or Lyft Crash in Texas?
Car accident injuries and deaths are increasing along with the number of rideshare vehicles on our U.S. roadways.
The statistics reflect the victims in these crashes were:
- 21% rideshare drivers
- 21% rideshare riders
- 58% of third-party drivers or passengers
If you have been hurt in a crash with a rideshare driver, either as a rider or motorist in Texas, or have lost a loved one during a crash, call our skilled Uber and Lyft accident attorneys in Austin today to discuss your case and learn how we can help you hold the liable party responsible for your complete damages.
What Should I Do If I Am Hurt in a Rideshare Accident in Austin?
If you have been injured in an accident as a passenger in a rideshare vehicle, follow these steps:
- Call 911 to ensure they arrive at the scene and complete an official collision report.
- Go directly to the emergency room if you or any passengers are injured.
- Take pictures of the license plate of the vehicle and the property damage.
- As quickly as you can, take screenshots of your trip’s progress in the app, including when the ride was ordered, how it was paid, and where you were on the trip including the map and the name of the driver to ensure these images are preserved.
These are vital steps in building your personal injury claim because the rideshare company has access to your app’s information and can delete the trip before you can access it again later for reference.
Once the police arrive, and the screenshots have been preserved, seek medical care right away, and contact our skilled rideshare attorneys in Austin, Texas, so you are not left feeling vulnerable to the insurance company’s request for a statement. Call (512) 883-0277. There is never a charge to talk to an Uber and Lyft Accident lawyer. We stand ready.
When is an Uber or Lyft Driver Responsible for a Texas Car Accident?
If you are involved in an accident with a negligent Lyft or Uber driver in Texas, and he or she is not in “driver” mode, meaning not logged on to the ridesharing app and physically working during the time of the collision, their personal car insurance coverage will be responsible for all claims arising from the crash.
When drivers are logged into the app but have yet to accept a rider, Uber and Lyft provide limited liability coverage that is very complex with multiple layers. It is constantly evolving and involves two to three layers of insurance depending on the facts of the situation.
Call our skilled Uber and Lyft Accident Attorneys in Austin today to begin investigating your Uber or Lyft accident injuries, so we can pursue the best outcome for your unique case. Call (512) 883-0277. There is never a charge to talk to an attorney. We stand ready.
Uber & Lyft Technologies are Bigger than Ridesharing and Require an Experienced Lawyer After a Collision in Austin
Both Uber and Lyft are technology companies with multiple services that include ridesharing, food delivery, package delivery, couriers, freight transportation, and bicycle and motorized scooter rentals.
If you have been involved in an accident that falls under a corporate rideshare umbrella, our accident attorneys in Austin will outline the circumstances of your crash to determine if the rideshare driver was on the clock when the collision occurred, so we can pursue the proper insurance coverage for your injuries or the loss of your loved one.
We Also Focus on the Following Practice Areas:
- Bicycle Accident
- Boat Accident
- Car Accident
- Civil Litigation
- Child Care
- 18 Wheeler Truck Accident
- Catastrophic Injury
- DWI Accident
- Motorcycle Accident
- Workplace Injury
- Product Liability
- Pedestrian Accident
Contact us now to understand why the details of rideshare collisions are so important and how we can help you obtain and preserve evidence that is the most important part of your case’s potential success.
When a large company is involved, the stakes are higher. They think they have a lot of firepower and seemingly endless resources to position the collision in their favor.
So do we.
We are more than a personal injury law firm in Austin. We are a law firm that provides victims of Texas accidents with access to a skilled team of legal professionals and support staff, investigative resources, research analysts, medical experts, and some of the sharpest minds in accident reconstruction and engineering, so they get expert legal representation.
If you have been injured by an Uber, Lyft, or another rideshare driver, call our skilled personal injury lawyers in Austin today to receive the dedicated, driven results you deserve.
Glen Larson Law Injury Attorneys stands ready to provide you, clients, with dedicated, driven results.
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