Bowling Green Rideshare Accident Lawyers

• Our Rideshare accident attorneys in Kentucky obtain compensation for injured victims in 90% of the cases we advocate for.
• Over the past 45 years, we have recovered more than tens of millions of dollars for our clients.
• Our firm has received national recognition yet our goal remains the same, to provide the residents of our community with the utmost care and effective legal representation.

Injuries from Ridesharing Accidents

Common injuries after a Rideshare car accident include:

• Broken bones
• Head or brain injuries
• Lacerations
• Concussions
• Whiplash
• Burns
• Internal organ damage

Seek prompt medical attention following a rideshare accident and get checked out by a doctor. Even if you don’t have pain right away you may begin to experience symptoms several days after.

Most Common Rideshare Accidents

The most common types of ridesharing accidents are situations where:

• The rideshare driver hits another vehicle while you are a passenger.
• Another car hits the rideshare vehicle you are a passenger in.
• A rideshare vehicle hits your vehicle.

When an accident is caused by the negligence of someone else you may be entitled to compensation for loss of work, injuries, pain and suffering, and medical treatment.

How are Uber Accidents Different from Other Car Accidents?

The major difference between a typical car accident and a rideshare accident is the issue of liability. Rideshare drivers are required to have personal insurance coverage for driving when off-duty. This is in addition to the corporate insurance policy, which goes into effect when the Uber or Lyft app is turned on to accept rides.

Uber hires its drivers as independent contractors rather than employees, allowing the company to limit their insurance liability coverage to very specific circumstances. The following circumstances are important when rideshare companies are determining if their insurance company is responsible for compensating injured parties:

• Was the driver logged into the ride-share app?
• Had the driver already accepted a ride when the accident occurred?
• Did the driver have a passenger in the vehicle at the time of the accident?
• Was the injured party a ride-share passenger?
• Was the injured party in another vehicle on the road, a pedestrian, or a bicyclist?
• Will the rideshare driver’s insurance coverage cover the total cost of injuries and damages?

These circumstances will factor into the insurer for the ridesharing company’s decision on whether to pay out an accident claim or attempt to get the driver to shoulder the responsibility.

Why You Need a Rideshare Accident Attorney

Rideshare accident injury claims can be incredibly complex. Our team will have the resources to determine which parties should be liable for the collision. After reviewing the facts of the case, an attorney will develop a legal strategy in order to prove your claim, as ridesharing companies will fight to shield themselves from liability. A Kentucky rideshare accident lawyer will have the required talent and skills to see that you are fully compensated for your injuries.