Uber Accident Lawyer

Serious injuries deserve experienced attorneys

For most Americans, it’s hard not to think about a world without Uber. Since 2009, Uber usage has been on the rise, so much so that it has become a staple in American transportation. In fact, in many cities across the country, Uber has beat out the taxi business because of its convenience and low cost. Every month, Uber fulfills approximately 40 million rides. According to Forbes, by 2016, Uber had completed upwards of 2 billion rides, a number that continues to rise every day. Although most rides may run smoothly and safely, with the sheer quantity of rides, accidents are bound to happen. It is almost inevitable. When you enter an Uber, you’re putting your life in the driver’s hands. When something goes wrong, like a major accident, it is the driver’s responsibility if you suffer any injuries. If you or someone you know has been a victim of an Uber accident, then it may be in your best interest to reach out to Cohen & Cohen, an experienced law firm serving Washington DC, Maryland, Virginia, and the surrounding areas which specializes in Uber accident cases like these.

According to Uber themselves, they legally declare their commitment to your safety, above all. While many of your Uber drivers likely are excellent drivers, there is also the chance you get someone who is not careful driver. If you notice your Uber driver speeding, texting while driving, not using their phone on a phone mount, or driving under the influence of alcohol or other drug substances, you can be sure they are not upholding their legal duty to keep you as a rider safe. They be also be breaking a few laws in the process too.

Uber accidents, like any other car accident, can happen for a variety of reasons. Car crashes in the United States are the fourth leading cause of death. Most Americans know that accidents are not to be taken lightly. There are so many different factors that go into safety on the road, and while some you can control, others you cannot. Some of the most common reasons for automobile accidents, which unfortunately includes Uber include (but are not limited to):

• Extreme weather (such as heavy snow and ice, heavy rain, heavy wind, heavy hail, etc.)
• Distracted driving
• Driver fatigue
• Driving under the influence of alcohol and other substances
• Reckless driving
• Inexperienced driving
• Night driving
• Unsafe lane changes
• Texting and driving

This is just a small list of the many ways that car and Uber accidents can occur. After all, Uber drivers are people too. They are just as prone to making driving errors as everybody else. However, unlike everyone else, they have a higher responsibility to ensure your safety. When you pay to ride in an Uber, you are also paying for the guarantee of a safe driver.

An Uber accident can cause serious injuries that are both traumatic and costly. If you are suffering from an injuring that you received as a result of an Uber accident, you should not have to worry about piling legal paperwork and looming medical bills. Injuries can be a financial burden, especially when you have to pay for doctor’s visits, surgeries, physical therapy, and even take time off work.

If you have suffered from an Uber accident, do not hesitate to reach out to Cohen & Cohen and we will be happy to set you up with one of the expert Uber accident lawyers on our team.

If you are having problems with the ridesharing company Uber, it may be in your best interest to discuss your situation with an Uber lawsuit lawyer in DC, MD and VA. Uber is under legal scrutiny for a variety of reasons such as people getting injured in situations involving Uber drivers and for the company’s unfair treatment of Uber drivers. Regardless of your particular problem(s) with Uber, a lawyer who is licensed to protect the rights of people in DC, MD and VA may be able to help you.

Uber

Uber was started in 2009. As the story has been told, two friends, Travis Kalanick and Garrett Camp, were in Paris on a cold winter night during a tech conference and unable to get a cab. Their initial idea of a timeshare limo service that could be ordered via an app gave way to UberCab and eventually, the popular app that is now simply, Uber.

Because of Uber’s unique platform and financial structure compared to brick and mortar businesses of the past, many people, both drivers and riders alike, have had a variety of problems with the company. This indicates their potentially unfair and possibly illegal practices.

If you are one of the many people with problems with Uber, discussing your particular situation with an Uber lawsuit lawyer in DC, MD or VA that is experienced with successfully defending peoples’ rights against Uber and other similar companies, may help you to decide what your next steps should be.

Uber Accidents

Getting into a car accident is almost always scary. Getting injured in a car accident is usually scarier than an accident where no one is injured and where there is little property damage. An unfortunate reality is that many people who have been injured in an accident that was caused by the negligence of an Uber driver find themselves in the even scarier situation of Uber coming up with ways so that they are not responsible for employing dangerous and negligent drivers.

If you have been injured and/or suffered property damage in an accident with an Uber driver you may be entitled to compensation that an Uber lawsuit lawyer with offices in DC, MD and VA, may be able to help you get.

Uber Attacks

Since Uber began, there have been a disturbing number of sexual assaults, violent acts and even murders committed by Uber drivers on their riders. This has brought to light Uber’s lack of safety policies such as, their failure to do background checks before allowing drivers to sign up with their brand.

If you or someone you love was hurt by an Uber driver, the sooner you enlist the help of an Uber lawsuit lawyer in DC, MD or VA, the sooner they may be able to start protecting your and/or your loved one’s rights.

Driver Problems with Uber

It is not just Uber riders who have problems with Uber, there is a class action lawsuit filed by drivers against the ridesharing company. The drivers claim that they have been misclassified as independent contractors and are entitled to be reimbursed for the expenses that are the result of their work as drivers, such as gas and vehicle maintenance. As well, the lawsuit challenges Uber’s former practice of telling riders that a gratuity was included when in fact, drivers could not get tips until 2017.

If you are one of the many people who have had a problem with Uber, contact a highly rated Uber lawsuit lawyer in DC, MD and VA at Cohen & Cohen for a free case evaluation.