Oklahoma City Rideshare Assault Attorneys - Free Case Review for Injured Passengers

While population growth in the United States has been on a steady decline, more affordable locations, like Oklahoma City, have actually recently seen steady population growth. After a 1% increase in population from 2022 to 2023 OKC is now the 20th largest city in America and was one of 14 U.S. cities to gain 100,000 or more people between the 2010 and 2020 census.

Along with the population surge has come growth in industries such as warehousing and storage, medical hospitals and centers, and restaurants. With a rich history, distinct cowboy culture, and more and more culinary and entertainment options, OKC is also becoming a popular tourist destination.

All of this growth means more residents, visitors, and tourists utilizing OKC’s streets. Due to its convenience, many of them are taking advantage of the readily available rideshare services. While most rideshare companies boast an incredible 99.9% safe trip completion statistic, accidents and assaults do happen. If you have suffered an Uber and Lyft assault in Oklahoma City, it is important to know that you are not alone. There are services that can provide you with the support you need and the Oklahoma City injury attorneys at Carabin Shaw can help you secure the compensation you deserve.

Combined, Uber and Lyft provided over 10 billion rides in 2023. That’s a billion with B. As an individual, it is remarkably difficult to fight against the legal teams of these gargantuan corporations. That being said, if you have been assaulted by a driver for one of these companies, you owe it to yourself, your family, and other riders to seek justice. That’s where our team comes in. We have a proven record of winning compensation in rideshare violence cases. Check out our client reviews to see how we have successfully fought for others in your situation.

Prior to seeking legal assistance, there are several steps you should take after an Uber/Lyft assault to ensure your health, safety, and the strength of your case.

1. Document the Scene

First responders, police officers, and detectives are taught how to meticulously investigate the scene of a crime. However, you can help them, and your case, by taking photographs of your injuries, gathering witness statements, and recording in detail what happened to you.

2. Inform the Authorities and Rideshare Company

Once you are safely out of harm's way, contact the local police and the rideshare company and inform them of what happened. The police will provide you with a report, which will be essential to your case. The rideshare company can work to get the driver off the road as soon as possible.

3. Get a Comprehensive Medical Exam

No matter how you feel, getting a complete exam by a medical professional can help to ensure your short and long-term health and will provide you with documentation that can support future claims.

4. Procure OKC Legal Counsel

An attorney is necessary if you plan on taking on the legal teams of any large corporation. Our lawyers have decades of experience handling assault cases. We are so confident that we can win you the justice you and your family deserve that we offer our services on a contingency-fee basis.

5. Seek Ongoing Physical and Mental Support

Your long-term physical and mental health are of the greatest importance. Make sure to follow through with any doctor recommendations and, if you are struggling in the aftermath of an assault, utilize Oklahoma mental health services.

It all starts with a free case review. This gives our legal team a chance to better understand the ins and outs of your particular case and what lawsuit options are available to you. To get started on your journey to justice, contact our English and Spanish-speaking representatives 24/7 at toll-free 800-862-1260 as soon as possible.

For more information:

• Oklahoma State Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse
• National Institute of Justice
• Oklahoma State Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse