Ridesharing has been an excellent way of traveling in the last decade as they are easy and fast. However, what happens when a car accident occurs while riding? Now there are not only two people you have to be involved with the accident, but Uber as well. If one is injured in this accident, they now have to get compensation from not only personal insurance but a corporation as well. uber drivers are also not held to the same standard of experience and reliability many professional drivers do, and as such, are not themselves held to the same standard of care and caution.
How are Uber Drivers different from Professional Drivers?
Unlike professionals, Uber drivers do not choose which fares they receive, meaning they are often in areas they are not familiar with, increasing the odds they could get lost or turned around. As well as this, uber drivers pick up patrons in shops and stores, places where they must leave the main road, pull over and pick up passengers, and return to the main street again; all of which adds to the over risk these individuals are constantly taking. Finally, Uber drivers should, by their job description, be looking at their phones for either available riders or directions to that rider’s location. This constant distraction of looking at their phones only increases the danger these individuals are in regularly.
The office of Kash Legal Group is very familiar with the complexity of this issue, as dealing with claims related to Uber accidents can be quite intricate. However, the dedicated legal team specializing in rideshare accidents have vast expertise navigating challenging cases like yours. Our primary goal is to steer you complex case toward equitable resolution while safeguarding your rights and welfare. Given the significance of your case, it’s crucial not to rely on chance. Contact us immediately for further information, and feel free to call us. Your case deserves proper attention, and we’re here to help.
Symptoms common in similar car accidents:
Whiplash, which can include:
- Neck pain and stiffness
- Worsening pain with neck movement
- Loss of range of motion in the neck
- Headaches, most often starting at the base of the skull
- Tenderness or numbness in the arms
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
- Blurred vision
- Ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
- Sleep disturbances
- Irritability
- Difficulty concentrating
- Memory problems
- Depression
If brain and spinal injuries occurred according to the Mayo Clinic, traumatic brain injuries and their symptoms are classified as such:
Mild Traumatic Brain Injuries
- Headache
- Nausea or vomiting
- Fatigue or drowsiness
- Problems with speech
- Dizziness or loss of balance
Sensory symptoms
- Sensory problems, such as blurred vision, ringing in the ears, a foul taste in the mouth, or changes in the ability to smell
- Sensitivity to light or sound
Cognitive, behavioral, or mental symptoms
- Loss of consciousness for a few seconds to a few minutes
- No loss of consciousness but a state of being dazed, confused, or disoriented
- Memory or concentration problems
- Mood changes or mood swings
- Feeling depressed or anxious
- Difficulty sleeping
- Sleeping more than usual
Moderate to Severe Traumatic Brain Injury:
Physical symptoms
- Loss of consciousness from several minutes to hours
- Persistent headache or headache that worsens
- Repeated vomiting or nausea
- Convulsions or seizures
- Dilation of one or both pupils of the eyes
- Clear fluids draining from the nose or ears
- Inability to awaken from sleep
- Weakness or numbness in fingers and toes
- Loss of coordination
- Profound confusion
- Agitation, combativeness, or other unusual behavior
- Slurred speech
- Coma and other disorders of consciousness
When children are involved in an accident, ensure to look for their symptoms as well, including but not limited to:
- Change in eating or nursing habits
- Unusual or easy irritability
- Persistent crying and inability to be consoled
- Difference in one’s ability to pay attention
- Change in sleep habits
- Seizures
- Sad or depressed mood
- Drowsiness
- Loss of interest in favorite toys or activities
References
- DriversEd.com. (n.d.). Do California ride-share drivers need driving school and insurance? Retrieved from https://driversed.com/trending/do-california-ride-share-drivers-need-driving-school-and-insurance#:~:text=Ride%2DSharing%20Requirements%20for%20California%20Drivers&text=And%20Uber%20requires%20drivers%20under.for%20more%20than%2030%20days.
- (2022). Retrieved from https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/whiplash/symptoms-causes/syc-20378921
- (N.d.). Retrieved from https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/traumatic-brain-injury/symptoms-causes/syc-20378557
If you or someone you know has been involved in an accident with Uber, Kash Legal Group can help.
Step 1: Ensure your safety or the safety of your loved one
Regardless of whether the accident happened recently, always ensure you receive a medical examination after the incident to ensure your health and safety.
Step 2: Collect the Evidence
Whether or not you should choose to work with Kash Legal, ensure you collect photos and as much evidence as possible both at the scene of the accident and at the hospital. Doing so will provide evidential images and documents your lawyer will use, making it easier to prevail in court. Kash Legal has already won in court against Uber and similar rideshare companies, and providing us with ample evidence makes it easier to accomplish that goal.
Step 3: Contact Kash Legal Group
Should Kash Legal Personal Injury Attorney be the group you choose to work with, you will contact our offices for answers and advice. You will also be asked some general questions to generate a timeline of your accident. Once the initial questions have been answered, our lawyers will begin constructing a winning strategy based on the context and events we receive from you. This process may take sometime, as navigating the Personal Injury field is tentative. However, you can rest assured Kash Legal Group will fight tooth and nail for your rights. While waiting for the resolution/conclusion of a case can be one of the most complex parts of the process, feel free to call our offices if you have any questions about the status of your case. We will be happy to help!
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