Uber and Lyft Motorcycle Accident Attorneys
Rideshare Accident Lawyers Representing Riders
As more and more people come to rely on Uber, Lyft, and other rideshare companies, the risk of being involved in an accident with one of these vehicles has also increased. In a much-cited study conducted by researchers from the University of Chicago and Rice University, the advent of rideshare services was correlated with an overall rise in traffic-related deaths by about two-to-three percent between 2011 and 2016. Although the data is not conclusive, it is safe to say that rideshare accidents have contributed to numerous injuries and deaths throughout the U.S.
If you or someone you love was involved in a motorcycle accident with an Uber, Lyft, or another rideshare vehicle, our team from The Motorcycle Law Group can help. We represent injured motorcyclists and the families of those wrongfully killed in rideshare accidents. With more than 30 years of experience and a long history of success, our attorneys are the go-to legal team for people in need of tough legal counsel.
Contact us online or call (855) 529-7433 today to get started with a free initial consultation.
What Are the Most Common Causes of Rideshare Accidents?
Like most other motor vehicle accidents, the majority of rideshare accidents are the result of negligence. Rideshare drivers do not have any special training and are just as susceptible to driving carelessly or recklessly as any other motorist.
Some of the most common causes of Uber, Lyft, and other rideshare accidents include:
- Speeding
- Distracted driving
- Using a cellphone/texting
- Unfamiliarity with routes/areas
- Being distracted while looking for a passenger
- Using a GPS or similar navigation device
- Failing to stop at red lights, stop signs, and other traffic control devices
- Unsafe or unlawful turns, including U-turns
- Illegal passing
- Failing to yield the right of way
- Failing to check blind spots
- Suddenly pulling out from curbs or entering lanes of traffic
- Unsafe merging and lane changes
In some cases, the rideshare driver is not the one responsible for an accident. Another motorist may cause a collision, or a bicyclist or pedestrian may act carelessly or recklessly and make the rideshare driver swerve into your motorcycle.
These cases tend to be much more complex than standard motor vehicle accident claims. It is important that you work with a knowledgeable attorney who has experience in this particular area of law.
At The Motorcycle Law Group, we work with teams of investigators, accident reconstructionists, expert witnesses, and other specialists to build powerful claims on behalf of our clients. If you were involved in a motorcycle accident with an Uber, Lyft, or another rideshare vehicle, reach out to us today to learn how we can help.
Pursuing All Avenues of Compensation on Your Behalf
At The Motorcycle Law Group, we help victims of Uber and Lyft accidents seek full and fair compensation for their losses, including their medical bills, lost income, and pain and suffering.
Our rideshare accident attorneys have decades of experience in personal injury and motorcycle accident law. We serve clients in Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia and are available to take your call or answer your email any time and from anywhere. We offer free initial consultations and provide all our legal services on a contingency fee basis. This means there are no upfront or out-of-pocket expenses when you work with our firm. Instead, we only collect legal fees if/when we recover a settlement or verdict for you.
To discuss your case and your rights with one of our Uber and Lyft accident attorneys, call The Motorcycle Law Group at (855) 529-7433 or contact us onlinetoday.