Rideshare Accident Law Firm in Las Vegas, NV
Rideshare apps like Lyft and Uber have become increasingly popular. While these platforms offer a convenient way to get around the busy streets of Las Vegas, they are not without their issues. The rise of rideshare apps has given way to a rise in rideshare car accidents. If you are injured as a passenger or in an accident with a rideshare vehicle whose driver was at fault, you may find that pursuing compensation is a complex and confusing process. Carvalho and Associates is your rideshare accident law firm in Las Vegas, and we can help you pursue damages for your injuries.
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Rideshare Accidents vs. Common Car Accidents
Rideshare accidents are more complex than common car accidents because rideshare drivers are independent contractors working for large companies like Lyft and Uber. So, you may be dealing with different insurance policies, navigating corporate liability, and dealing with difficulties in gathering digital evidence like driver logs and GPS data from the rideshare company involved.
What Is a Rideshare Accident?
A rideshare accident is any car accident involving a driver who was “on duty” or using a rideshare app at the time of the incident. You may be the victim of a rideshare accident if you were the passenger in a rideshare vehicle or if you were struck by a vehicle operated by a rideshare driver.
Common Causes of Rideshare Accidents
Just like common auto accidents, rideshare accidents can be caused by many factors. However, rideshare vehicles have a higher degree of risk because drivers utilize apps to manage rides and navigate to their destinations. Drivers may also be distracted by passenger conversations or unruly passengers, forced to park in unsafe areas while picking up or dropping off passengers, or inexperienced with commercial driving.
Who Can Be Held Liable in a Rideshare Accident?
Lyft and Uber hire drivers as independent contractors, which limits their liability in the event of an accident. However, there are situations in which they are held responsible. Drivers themselves typically carry most of the liability, and they must carry both personal and commercial auto insurance policies to maintain adequate coverage. Additionally, other drivers may be found liable for a rideshare accident. For example, if a rideshare vehicle is rear-ended by another vehicle at a stoplight, the driver of the other vehicle may be liable for the accident. Because there are so many more parties involved in any type of rideshare accident, it is important to work with a rideshare accident attorney to navigate the claims process.
How a Rideshare Accident Attorney Can Help
Even if you aren’t sure whether you have a lawsuit on your hands, it is helpful to contact a rideshare accident law firm to understand how to file a claim and pursue compensation. At Carvalho and Associates, we have experience with all types of car accident cases, including rideshare accidents in Las Vegas.
Rideshare Accident Injury Claims
Just like any other car accident injury case, rideshare accident injury claims may be made based on medical bills for injuries sustained as a result of the accident, pain and suffering, emotional trauma, time lost at work, and long-term disabilities related to your injuries. Insurance companies will often try to pressure accident victims into settling their claims immediately, but their offers often fall short of the true costs involved in managing their injuries.
Service Areas
We offer representation for rideshare accident lawsuits in Las Vegas and the surrounding areas, including:
- North Las Vegas
- Henderson, NV
- Pahrump, NV
- Boulder City, NV
- Summerlin and Green Valley
Steps to Take After a Rideshare Car Accident
After a rideshare car accident, document the scene with photos of all vehicles involved, as well as the injured parties. Collect contact information from witnesses at the scene if possible and seek medical attention right away. You should also report the accident on the app as soon as possible. Representatives from the app or the driver’s insurance company may contact you for a statement, but you should consult an attorney before providing any recorded statements.
Contact Carvalho and Associates Today
Carvalho and Associates is here for you if you have been injured in a rideshare car accident in Las Vegas or the surrounding areas. We are available 24/7, so contact us immediately to discuss your case.
Skill & Experience
Our legal team at Carvalho & Associates Attorneys at Law is well-respected and widely recognized among industry peers and the public, having successfully recovered compensation in some of the largest, most highly publicized personal injury cases in the history of Nevada.
Compassionate Support
Regardless of the scope or complexity, we handle every personal injury claim with the utmost care, professionalism, and attention to detail to serve the unique legal needs of our clients. When you partner with Carvalho & Associates Attorneys at Law, we treat you like family.
Aggressive Representation
When someone sustains unforeseen injuries because of a preventable safety hazard or the reckless behavior of others, the victim should not have to pay for the consequences. Our personal injury attorneys work decisively and with conviction to seek justice.
Driven by Results
We are tireless in our efforts to attain the most beneficial outcomes for our clients. We take pride in outworking the opposition by taking bold actions, remaining proactive, and being deliberate in attaining closure and peace of mind for families during critical times.
We’ll Obtain Justice for You
Carvalho & Associates Attorneys at Law manages each claim with the sole determination of delivering a favorable outcome regarding clients’ rights to full compensation. If you’ve been injured, let us help you obtain justice. If you’re ready to pursue an injury claim due to a defective product, contact our law offices today and we’ll advise you on your legal options in a free consultation.