Protecting Your Rights After A New York Rideshare Accident

Ride-sharing services like Uber and Lyft have become increasingly popular in New York City and beyond, offering convenient and affordable transportation. However, the rise in rideshare popularity has also led to an increase in accidents, leaving passengers, drivers and pedestrians vulnerable to serious injuries.

At Kaston & Aberle, LLP, our experienced personal injury attorneys can help you navigate the aftermath of a Manhattan rideshare accident. We will fight for your right to stand up against big ride-sharing companies and seek fair compensation to help you move forward after your injury.

Understanding The Risks Of Rideshare Accidents

Uber or Lyft accidents share many similarities with traditional car accidents, but they also present unique challenges. Factors contributing to these accidents include:

• Driver fatigue: Long hours and pressure to accept multiple rides can lead to driver exhaustion and increase the risk of accidents.
• Distracted driving: Using navigation apps, managing ride requests and communicating with passengers can distract drivers and lead to collisions.
• Inadequate driver training: Rideshare companies may not have the same rigorous driver training and screening processes as traditional taxi services.
• Complex insurance policies: Determining liability and navigating insurance claims can be complicated in rideshare accidents, often involving multiple insurance companies and policies.

These risk factors can lead to serious ride-sharing accidents as well as complications when seeking compensation in the aftermath.

Common Types Of Rideshare Accidents

Rideshare accidents can take many forms, including:

• Rear-end collisions: When a rideshare vehicle stops suddenly, or fails to stop in time, and is struck from behind by another vehicle.
• T-bone accidents: Frequently occur at intersections when drivers fail to yield or run a red light.
• Pedestrian or cyclist accidents: May occur in busy urban areas or at crosswalks when a rideshare vehicle strikes a pedestrian, often due to failure to yield or failure to follow traffic laws.
• Single-vehicle accidents: This can result from driver fatigue, intoxication or poor road conditions.
• Dooring accidents: This often occurs when passengers enter or exit a rideshare vehicle and are struck by another car passing by.

Any of these types of accidents can result in severe injuries. If you’ve been harmed in a rideshare accident due to driver negligence, you deserve to seek compensation to help with your recovery.

What To Do After A Rideshare Accident

If you’re involved in a Garden City rideshare accident, it is crucial to take the following steps:

1. Ensure your safety: Check for injuries and move to a safe location if possible.
2. Contact the police: Call 911 to report the accident and request medical attention.
3. Gather information: Collect contact and insurance information from all parties involved, including the rideshare driver and any other drivers, passengers or witnesses. Document the scene with photos and notes.
4. Report the accident: Notify the rideshare company (Uber, Lyft, etc.) about the accident through their app or website.
5. Seek medical attention: Even if your injuries seem minor, see a doctor as soon as possible to document your injuries and receive necessary treatment.
6. Preserve evidence: Keep copies of all accident-related documents, including medical bills, police reports and communication with the rideshare company and insurance providers.
7. Contact a personal injury attorney: An experienced attorney can help you navigate the legal process, protect your rights and pursue fair compensation for your injuries and damages.

Remembering these steps can make all the difference in protecting your safety in the immediate aftermath of an accident and in your chances of seeking fair compensation.

How Our Rideshare Attorneys Can Help

After a rideshare accident, it is essential to have an experienced legal team on your side. Our dedicated personal injury attorneys understand the complexities of rideshare accident claims in New York and will fight tirelessly to protect your rights. We can help you:

• Investigate the accident: Our team will gather evidence, interview witnesses and determine liability.
• Negotiate with insurance companies: We will handle communication with the other driver’s or rideshare company’s insurance adjusters and fight for your right to fair compensation.
• File a lawsuit: If necessary, we will file a lawsuit against the responsible parties to seek maximum compensation for your injuries, lost wages, medical expenses, and pain and suffering.

Our skilled trial lawyers are not afraid to take your case to court to fight back against the big ride-sharing companies. You deserve fair compensation to cover the impact of your injuries, and we will do our best to achieve a favorable outcome.

Schedule A Free Consultation Today

You don’t have to face the aftermath of a rideshare accident alone. Our experienced personal injury law firm is dedicated to helping accident victims navigate their claims with confidence and peace of mind.

Contact our office today at 516-879-7280 for a free consultation to discuss your case and understand your legal options. Or email us online at your convenience. We proudly serve clients throughout Manhattan, Brooklyn, The Bronx and Garden City.