The unbeatable convenience of an Uber ride arriving within minutes of an app swipe to transport you to your destination has decreased dependence on public transit and may have led to a decrease in drunk driving accidents. Unfortunately, even the best innovations come with downsides. One study links ridesharing with an overall car accident increase of about three percent nationwide.
If you or a family member suffered serious injuries in an Uber accident in Beverly Hills, a compensation claim is a challenging undertaking. Call Grey Law for a free consultation so we can take prompt action on your behalf.
Why You Need the Beverly Hills Uber Accident Lawyer at Grey Law
Attorney David Grey has over 30 years of experience navigating injury claims for clients harmed by the careless, reckless, or wrongful actions of others, including in Uber accident cases in Beverly Hills. Our firm offers the following:
- A free case consultation and contingency-based payment so you pay nothing until after we recover your compensation
- A history of success in recovering millions of dollars for injured clients to make insurance companies take notice
- A trial-ready attorney investigating, documenting evidence, and negotiating for the largest possible settlement for your damages
Most Uber accident claims end with a settlement, but assertive legal representation through Grey Law means your lawyer prepares all cases as though for trial so you’re fully prepared should your case require litigation.
What are the Common Causes of Uber Accidents In Beverly Hills?
Fortunately, most Uber rides are uneventful and deliver passengers safely to their destinations; however, it only takes a single accident to change a life—either temporarily or permanently. Uber drivers may face an amplified risk of accidents due to the following:
- Distracted driving: Uber drivers use apps for booking passengers and navigation tools as they drive
- Speeding to accomplish the most rides possible per shift
- Aggressive driving
- Drowsy driving: many Uber drivers use their rideshare business as a secondary income source after a long day of work at a regular job
- Inexperienced driving: many young, inexperienced college students earn money between classes as Uber drivers
- Inadequate vehicle maintenance: Uber has no regulations for routine maintenance on Uber vehicles
Whether you are injured as a passenger in an Uber accident or as a motorist in a collision caused by an Uber vehicle, you have a right to recover compensation for your damages like medical expenses, lost earnings, and compensation for pain and suffering.
Can I File a Lawsuit Against Uber After a Rideshare Accident In Beverly Hills?
Uber and Lyft companies distance themselves from direct liability for accidents by using independent contractors as drivers rather than employees. Fortunately, they do require their drivers to carry rideshare insurance. Determining the correct insurance policy can quickly become complicated for injury victims due to the structured level of coverage which works in the following way:
- When an Uber driver uses their car for private reasons their standard California auto insurance coverage is in place
- Once the driver turns on the Uber app and awaits a passenger booking the lower level of coverage comes into effect, providing up to $25,000 in property damage, $50,000 per person in injury coverage, or $100,000 in total compensation per accident
- Once the Uber driver books a passenger, during the drive to pick up the passenger, and during the rideshare journey to the drop-off point, the top level of rideshare coverage is in place with up to $1 million in coverage per accident
Because of the tiered structure of Uber car insurance coverage, insurance companies sometimes dispute claims by arguing that their policy was in place during the accident. It takes an experienced attorney to investigate all aspects of a Beverly Hills Uber crash to document evidence, file a compensation claim against the correct insurance policy, and then assertively demand fair compensation for our client. For accidents involving Lyft, read here to learn more about Lyft’s insurance structure.
How Can an Uber Accident Attorney In Beverly Hills Help?
The rise of the rideshare industry has changed the ways Americans travel, including residents and visitors in Beverly Hills. It’s also introduced a complex type of accident claim into California’s civil court system. Call Grey Law at (323) 857-9500 for experienced car accident attorneys in Beverly Hills who will fight to achieve favorable results in your case.