Rideshare

The explosion of rideshare apps such as Uber and Lyft, has transformed the transportation industry and introduced an alternative and affordable means for getting around. However, it has also resulted in a significant increase in serious motor vehicle collisions. These cases involve complex issues and significant work-up. Gabe and Sam spent several years defending one of these rideshare companies and know how to maximize the value of these cases. For example, some of the issues that frequently arise in these cases which may not be present in a regular motor vehicle collision include:

1. Insurance: In Georgia, Uber and Lyft have at least $1,000,000 in insurance if the rideshare driver was actively logged into the app while the accident occurred (either on a ride with a passenger or en route to picking up a passenger after accepting the ride). Critically, this includes $1,000,000 in uninsured motorist, which means that if a rideshare driver or passenger are injured due to another driver’s negligence, they will still have this amount available in insurance coverage.
2. Private Data: As a normal part of their business, Uber and Lyft maintain a substantial amount of data that can drastically change the value of one of these lawsuits. This information can include speed of travel at the time of the accident, whether the driver was potentially distracted by using his or her phone at the time of the accident, how long the driver had been accessing the app, and many other important issues. These companies guard this information closely and frequently refuse to provide it to the injured party.
3. Negligent Hiring: These rideshare applications keep data on their drivers, and they are supposed to take measures to ensure that they are safe, including conducting background checks, checking the car and ensuring that they have clean driving records. If the company failed to take these measures, then it may be possible to bring a claim directly against the company for negligent hiring. Fortunately, Gabe and Sam spent several years defending Uber accidents. They know precisely what these corporations look for when evaluating these cases and know what steps to take in order to maximize case value.