Injured in an Uber/Lyft in Austin? Carabin Shaw Attorneys Can Help

With an increasing number of commuters in Austin opting to use rideshare services like Lyft and Uber, there is also an increase in the possibility of passengers being injured in accidents caused by their rideshare drivers. These drivers are often less experienced than traditional taxi or limo drivers and rideshare companies often incentivize their drivers to work long shifts during peak hours.

If you have been injured in an accident caused by your rideshare driver, you may qualify for compensation through a personal injury lawsuit with the assistance of experienced Texas rideshare injury attorneys, like the team at Carabin Shaw.

In Texas, the at-fault driver bears liability in car accident cases. Following an accident, the insurance companies of those involved will conduct an investigation to determine who is at fault. If your rideshare driver was the cause of an accident in which you were injured, you can make an insurance claim and file a lawsuit against them.

The rideshare company may also share liability for your injuries if they failed to properly screen, train, or supervise you driver, or if they have otherwise operated in a negligent way. The assistance of an attorney can help ensure that your interests are represented throughout this process.

It is essential that you obtain as much evidence as possible regarding your rideshare accident. In addition to helping determine fault in the accident, a skilled rideshare injury lawyer in Austin TX can use this evidence to pursue a personal injury lawsuit and negotiate your insurance claim.

Relevant types of evidence include:

• Police reports - You should call 911 after any car accident so that a police report can be made.
• Photographic evidence - Document your injuries and the scene of the accident with photographs.
• Witness statements - If there were any witnesses to the accident, gather statements from them and save their contact information.
• Medical records - Seek immediate medical attention for your injuries and save all of your medical records.
• Communications with the rideshare service - Save all of your communications with the rideshare service and save screenshots documenting the ride you were injured during.

An experienced Uber/Lyft accident attorney in Austin can provide essential guidance and support as you navigate the path to the financial compensation you deserve.

By filing a personal injury lawsuit you can pursue damages such as:

• Medical expenses - You likely qualify for reimbursement for all medical expenses associated with your injury and rehabilitation.
• Lost earnings - If your injury prevents you from working, you may qualify for compensation for lost wages.
• Pain and suffering - In some cases, you may be compensated for physical or emotional anguish.

In addition to filing a personal injury lawsuit, your lawyer can help gather evidence, negotiate with insurance companies, and provide emotional support in your time of need.

The Austin attorneys for Uber/Lyft accidents at Carabin Shaw have an extensive background winning cases just like yours. We provide all prospective clients with a free case review which can be scheduled by calling us at 800-862-1260, where our English and Spanish speaking staff is available 24/7. For evidence of our extensive history of success, look no further than our Carabin Shaw reviews.

Our team is committed to getting victims like you back on their feet, which is why we offer our services on a contingency-fee basis. That means that we will not take any payment until we win your case. Don’t wait to secure the compensation you are owed from your rideshare injury.

For more information:

• Texas Statutes 550
• Texas Statutes 41