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Rideshares are a great way to get around, even if you have a car of your own. But like any mode of transport, accidents happen. If you have been injured in a rideshare accident, Grossman Roth Yaffa Cohen can help you recover full compensation for your injuries.
If another party was at fault, they or their insurers may be liable for your medical expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and more. Our trial attorneys have represented accident victims for over 40 years, and we have a proven track record of success. While no-one can guarantee a favorable outcome for your case, we can guarantee that we will fight tooth and nail for you and your rights.
Grossman Roth Yaffa Cohen stands ready to help. Contact our experienced team today to schedule a free consultation.
In recent years, the popularity of Uber and Lyft, as well as rideshare groups online, have made ridesharing much more common. It is, therefore, no surprise that rideshare accidents occur more frequently.
Our decades of experience in handling complex injury cases has prepared us to fight for you, no matter the severity of your injuries. Paralegals, former police officers, detectives and medical investigators assist our attorneys with each case.
While many rideshare injury cases involve vehicle collisions, some of the most serious harm occurs when a driver or another passenger commits sexual assault or sexual misconduct during a ride.
Survivors of rideshare sexual assault may suffer physical injuries, emotional trauma, and long-lasting psychological harm. These cases often involve complex legal questions about liability, background checks, driver screening, and whether the rideshare company failed to take reasonable steps to protect passengers.
Grossman Roth Yaffa Cohen represents victims of rideshare-related sexual assault with privacy, discretion, care, and determination. We understand the sensitive nature of these cases and work to hold all responsible parties accountable, including rideshare companies whose policies or failures contributed to the harm.
After a rideshare accident, record the name of the driver, make of the car, and save all communications and texts surrounding the ride. You will also need to report the accident to the rideshare company in question. For a tech company, like Uber or Lyft, you can do so through its website or app. This will create a paper or electronic trail for the accident and notify the company that you may be eligible to receive compensation.
If you have been injured in a rideshare accident through an unofficial entity, like a rideshare through a social media group, you can still recover compensation from the at-fault party or an insurance company. A lawyer can help you determine the best course of action for you. In this case it is crucial to file an accident report with the police and get the insurance and contact info of everyone involved in the crash.
If you were sexually assaulted or battered during a rideshare trip, report the incident to the police and get medical care immediately. Even if you do not have urgent or visible injuries, it is important to be properly evaluated by a medical professional and to create a record of your injuries. You do not have to navigate this process alone. We are here to help.
Rideshare accidents can be particularly confusing because there may be more than two parties involved—and multiple parties may be liable. Depending on the facts of the case, rideshare companies themselves may bear responsibility, particularly where inadequate safety measures, screening failures, or ignored warning signs allowed the harm to occur.
Parties that may be eligible for compensation include:
To be eligible for compensation, you must prove that another party was at fault for the accident because of some form of negligence. This may include speeding, reckless driving, distracted driving, drunk driving, failing to maintain their vehicle, negligent hiring or supervision, inadequate background checks, or failure to respond appropriately to prior complaints, and more. Our attorneys can assist you in identifying negligence and proving it before a judge and jury.
If you cannot prove negligence on the other party’s end, you will not be able to recover compensation except for the small amount available under your personal injury protection (PIP) insurance. This “no-fault” insurance coverage is required for all drivers in Florida. PIP insurance covers medical bills and other expenses, regardless of fault.
We are highly skilled in representing rideshare accident victims who have sustained severe injuries, such as:
Catastrophic harm is not limited to physical injuries. Survivors of sexual assault may experience severe emotional distress, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, depression, and other life-altering consequences. These injuries are real, compensable, and deserving of serious legal attention.
The more severe the injury, the harder the defense is likely to fight you on your claims. It is understandable to hope that a negligent party will own up to its actions, but instead these parties often try to avoid accountability to protect their reputations and wallets. We will work to protect you. Whether your injuries stem from a serious crash or a traumatic assault during a rideshare trip, we are prepared to stand with you and pursue accountability.
Every GRYC case is handled by a team of lawyers supported by in-house investigators and legal professionals with extensive experience in the medical, law enforcement, and insurance sectors.
We have recovered over $1 billion in settlements and compensation for our clients, fighting for full and fair compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, physical suffering, and emotional trauma.
We fight to change the laws and policies that hurt our clients to protect other innocent people from harm.
We take all cases on a contingency basis, which means that we pay all fees upfront, and only get paid if we win.
We fight every day to bring justice and truth back into the lives of unheard victims. We use our passion to improve the lives of our clients and our communities. GRYC is a force for justice, focused on you.
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