Minneapolis Uber Accident Lawyer

Uber Accident Attorney in Minneapolis

Uber rides seem to offer a safe, effective way to get to your destination, whether you’re headed to the airport and don’t want to leave your car for days or need a sober ride after a night on the town. Unfortunately, Uber drivers face the same danger on the road as any other driver. Because of the increased hours they spend on the road, they may have a higher risk of getting into accidents.

When an Uber driver causes an accident, or you get into an accident as a passenger in an Uber vehicle, do you deserve compensation for your injuries? In many cases, you may deserve considerable compensation for those injuries and the challenges you may deal with afterward. At Nicolet Law Accident and Injury Lawyers, we can help you explore your right to compensation and your next steps. Contact us today to learn more.

Nicolet Law Accident & Injury Lawyers: Helping Minneapolis Uber Accident Victims Pursue Compensation

At Nicolet Law Accident & Injury Lawyers, we are committed to helping our clients pursue the compensation they deserve for serious injuries sustained in any accident caused by another party's negligence, including Minneapolis Uber accidents. We offer many important services that can help Uber accident victims as they move forward with an injury claim.

We make sure you know how much compensation to expect for your injuries.

Often, determining liability for an accident relies on the details of the accident. For example, in a notable case, cell phone records showed that the liable driver texted at the time of the accident, indicating distracted driving. As a result, we helped our client prove liability for the accident and pursue much-needed compensation for accident-related injuries.

We also carefully review the insurance policy terms, including any changes in the policy following the accident, to increase the odds that our clients can maximize their compensation. Our efforts have often helped our clients find loopholes and changes in the policy that have helped them increase the compensation they can recover.

We pay attention to all the details associated with your Uber accident and claim.

Often, determining liability for an accident relies on the details of the accident. For example, in a notable case, cell phone records showed that the liable driver texted at the time of the accident, indicating distracted driving. As a result, we helped our client prove liability for the accident and pursue much-needed compensation for accident-related injuries.

We also carefully review the insurance policy terms, including any changes in the policy following the accident, to increase the odds that our clients can maximize their compensation. Our efforts have often helped our clients find loopholes and changes in the policy that have helped them increase the compensation they can recover.

We help our clients get a better picture of the compensation they deserve.

After your Uber accident, you will likely find yourself dealing with an insurance company as you pursue compensation for your injuries. The insurance company may seem to want to help you, but they may not offer the compensation you deserve for your injuries, and you may find yourself fighting to get the full compensation you deserve.

In many cases, insurance companies will start with a low initial settlement offer intended to decrease the amount they ultimately payout. As a result, the victim does not receive the full compensation needed to cover medical bills and rebuild life following the accident.

At Nicolet Law Accident & Injury Lawyers, we make sure our clients have a clear understanding of the full compensation they deserve for Minneapolis Uber accident injuries so they can negotiate from a position of power and confidence.

We fight to help our clients maximize their compensation after a Minneapolis Uber accident.

Dealing with a Minneapolis Uber accident can feel traumatic. Dealing with the insurance company can further strain your emotional state. At Nicolet Law Accident & Injury Lawyers, we help our clients by taking over negotiations with the insurance company, freeing you up to focus on your recovery. And if the insurance company won’t meet your needs, we will help our clients fight in court to help recover reasonable compensation for their injuries.

Common Causes of Minneapolis Uber Accidents

Minneapolis Uber accidents can occur for a variety of reasons.

Driver Fatigue

According to Uber’s regulations, Uber drivers can spend a maximum of 10 hours on the road before spending at least eight hours off of the app. Unfortunately, that does not prevent Uber drivers from driving for other reasons. Not only that, 10 hours on the road can cause a great deal of fatigue. Uber drivers may have a hard time keeping their focus on the road or may suffer from drowsiness that may cause them to fall asleep behind the wheel.

Speeding and Other Reckless Driving Behaviors

Speeding substantially increases the risk of many accidents out on the road. Speed can also increase the severity of the injuries sustained in an accident since high rates of speed create more force involved in the accident. Uber drivers may choose to speed or engage in other reckless driving behaviors, including swerving through traffic or ignoring traffic signals to get their passengers to their destination and pick up the next ride.

Dangerous Weather Conditions

Minneapolis averages 52 inches of snow each year, which may mean significant days of snow and ice that can lead to dangerous driving conditions. While experienced dealing with those icy conditions, Minneapolis drivers may have a hard time keeping their vehicles safely on the road while navigating in snow and ice. Dangerous weather conditions may also mean decreased visibility, raising the risk of a Minneapolis Uber accident.

Inexperience

Many drivers take up rideshare services like Uber and Lyft because they assume it offers an easy way to make extra money, whether on their off-hours or throughout the week. However, drivers may not have the experience to navigate as safely as needed as they handle dangerous streets or high-traffic areas.

Uber drivers do not undergo more screening than the average passenger vehicle driver. While Uber may choose to no longer partner with drivers who have a high accident history, inexperienced drivers may cause serious accidents before Uber notes the potential problem.

Driver Distractions

Distracted drivers can pose a danger to everyone on the road. Unfortunately, Uber drivers split their attention between the app or GPS and the road, creating more distraction than the average passenger vehicle driver. Driver distraction includes any activity that takes the eyes, attention, or hands away from the task of driving. Unfortunately, GPS use, changing music, or even chatting with a new passenger can all take the driver’s attention away from the road, raising the risk of a serious accident.

Driver Intoxication

Uber has a policy against intoxication while driving. If you do get into a car with an intoxicated driver, you should stop the ride as soon as you realize and report it to Uber as soon as possible. However, that does not rule out the possibility of an intoxicated Uber driver altogether. Intoxicated drivers may have difficulty navigating safely or keeping their attention on the road. They may swerve, behave unpredictably, or ignore the rules of the road altogether.

What to Do After an Uber Accident

As a passenger in an Uber vehicle, you likely did not contribute to the accident.

However, you must still carefully consider your actions after the accident to protect your right to compensation.

1. Insist on calling the police to report the accident.

If the accident involved significant property damage or any possibility of injury, make sure you or the drivers involved call the police. You need a police report from the accident to help establish when it took place and your presence as a passenger in the vehicle at the time of the incident. A police report can help establish the cause of the accident, including which driver likely bears liability.

2. Report the accident to Uber.

Uber allows you to report the accident directly in the app or by calling Uber in cases where you may need to speak with a representative directly. Reporting the accident will ensure that Uber is aware and prepared for any claims.

3. Get the contact information for any witnesses.

You may want to have means of contacting any witnesses who saw the accident. Uber may handle its investigation, as may the insurance company covering the other driver. However, you may need to work with your lawyer to investigate to show who caused the accident and why you deserve compensation for your injuries.

4. Get medical care for any injuries you may have sustained in the accident.

You can seek medical care at various Minneapolis hospitals, including Abbott Northwestern Hospital, M. Health Fairview, or Hennepin Healthcare. However, no matter where you choose to pursue medical attention, make sure you have a doctor look over any potential injuries after an Uber accident. In some cases, you may discover that you sustained more serious injuries than you initially thought, especially if you think you did not suffer any injury. Document your medical care and any medical bills you have to pay throughout your treatment.

5. Contact a Minneapolis car accident lawyer to help you manage your Uber accident claim.

If you suffered injuries in an Uber accident, a Minneapolis Uber accident attorney can help you learn about your right to compensation and fight for the compensation you deserve. While Uber’s insurance does offer considerable coverage for injured parties, the insurance company may not automatically pay the full compensation you deserve. A lawyer can help negotiate with the insurer and work to recover the compensation you deserve from a car accident.

Liability in Minneapolis Uber Accidents

Liability in Minneapolis Uber accidents may rest with either driver involved in the accident. If the other driver caused the accident, you might need to file a claim against that driver’s insurance company to pursue compensation. Your lawyer can help determine additional factors that contributed to the Uber accident, including whether a mechanical failure of either vehicle played a part.

In most cases, Uber will not bear direct liability for the accident. However, Uber does provide a high-value insurance policy for its drivers while they have active passengers.

What Compensation Can I receive after a Minneapolis Uber Accident?

You may need considerable compensation for your injuries following a serious Uber accident. At Nicolet Law Accident & Injury Lawyers, we cannot guarantee the compensation you will recover for your injuries. However, we can help you look at the financial and non-financial losses you stained in your Minneapolis Uber accident to give you a better idea of what compensation you might expect. Compensation in most Uber accident claims fits into the same clear categories.

Compensation for Medical Costs?

Your medical costs may make up most of your financial losses following an Uber accident. Depending on your injuries, ranging from traumatic brain injury or spinal cord injuries to broken bones, you may have extensive medical costs to handle following your accident. Talk to your attorney about your medical expenses, including emergency medical treatment, any long-term treatment needs, and physical or occupational therapy after your accident.

Compensation for Lost Wages?

During your recovery, missing out on income can leave you with further financial difficulties. Talk to your lawyer about how much time you had to miss at work because of your Minneapolis Uber accident, including time spent in recovery and time for follow-up appointments or visits.

Compensation for Pain and Suffering?

In addition to your financial losses, you may have to deal with significant physical pain and emotional trauma related to your Uber accident. Your lawyer can help you learn more about the compensation you may deserve for pain and suffering and changes to your lifestyle.

Contact Our Minneapolis Uber Accident Lawyers Today

Contact us online or at (612) 688-4459 for your free consultation.

Did you suffer injuries in a Minneapolis Uber accident? Do you have questions about your right to compensation or need help pursuing a claim against the driver that caused your accident?