For many people, Uber represents safety: a way to get from one point to another without having to drive themselves when they are in a hurry or intoxicated. Unfortunately, when Uber drivers make mistakes, getting the compensation you need is often complex and time-consuming.
The Cambridge Uber accident lawyers at GED Lawyers are here to support accident victims like you throughout your entire case. Call now to get a free consultation. If you prefer to meet in the evenings or on the weekends, our Cambridge rideshare accident lawyers would be happy to accommodate you.
Our Legal Team Protects the Rights of Cambridge Accident Victims
You know how to follow the rules of the road. No matter how careful you are, though, you cannot always account for other people’s negligence. If another driver’s negligence caused your injuries, the Cambridge car accident lawyers on our team can pursue damages for:
- Medical expenses
- Property damage
- Loss of wages
- Pain and suffering
- Reduced quality of life
- Loss of consortium
How can our Cambridge personal injury lawyers fight for these and other damages? GED Lawyers manages all of the day-to-day legal tasks required to keep your case going as smoothly as possible:
- We file all necessary paperwork and receive communications on your behalf from the liable party, the insurance company, and the court.
- Our personal injury attorneys can provide timely, actionable advice throughout your case. If you are ever unsure of what to do, call on us. We are here to support you.
- GED Lawyers recognizes that every case is different and requires a unique approach. After conducting a thorough investigation into your auto accident, we can craft a personalized legal strategy for recovering compensation.
- We are prepared to negotiate with the insurance company for an appropriate settlement or take the liable party to court. The right course of action depends on the specifics of your case.
Our legal team even takes steps that other firms do not, such as holding mock trials, so we are thoroughly prepared to present your case in court.
How Long Does it Take to Sue Uber?
It is important to note that, in most cases, Uber accident victims do not sue Uber directly for compensation. Typically, it is the individual driver who was negligent, not Uber. If you end up having to sue anyone, it will likely be the driver. You can only sue Uber if the company itself displayed negligence, e.g., by allowing someone with multiple traffic violations to be an Uber driver.
In addition, most cases settle out of court, so you might not have to file a lawsuit at all. If filing suit does become necessary, you have three years to file under Massachusetts law, and your case might take months or over a year to complete.
Call GED Lawyers today. The more time we have to assess your options and build your case, the more we may be able to do in our pursuit of fair compensation.
If You Were Partially at Fault for the Crash, You Could Still Collect Compensation
Negligence in car accident cases is not always a simple matter of one driver behaving recklessly and injuring other people. Some collisions involve multiple liable parties, and those liable parties may sustain injuries of their own.
If you contributed to the accident that caused your injuries, do you still have the right to pursue compensation from another liable party? Possibly. Under Massachusetts law, your right to damages depends on your degree of liability:
- The law says that parties who are less than 51 percent responsible for an accident retain the right to claim damages.
- Your share of liability will dictate how much compensation you can seek. For example, if the court decides you are 25 percent liable, then your final payout will be reduced by 25 percent.
- Once you hit the 51 percent threshold, you are no longer eligible for damages.
Laws like this one highlight the importance of meticulously investigating the accident and identifying all liable parties. Our Uber accident lawyers can assign a fair amount of liability to each party and fight for your right to seek the maximum possible amount of compensation.
Do You Need a Cambridge Uber Accident Lawyer?
It is up to you and your loved ones to decide if hiring legal representation is the right move for you. As you consider your options, think about the following questions:
- Are you familiar with Massachusetts insurance laws? In Massachusetts, all drivers are required to carry certain types of insurance, and you generally have to file with your own policy before seeking compensation from someone else.
- Do you know how and when Uber’s insurance applies? Uber maintains insurance policies for its drivers, but these policies only pay damages in certain circumstances.
- Have you completely recovered from your injuries? It is difficult to focus on something as complex as a legal action when you are in pain, on medication, trying to keep up with doctor’s appointments, and worrying about your family’s future.
- Are you familiar with how insurance companies operate? They often try to take advantage of vulnerable parties by paying out less than you need. Even if they offer a settlement, you should not assume the amount offered is fair.
If your answer to any or all of the above questions was “no,” it might be a good idea to consult with an Uber accident lawyer in Cambridge. GED Lawyers has been representing the wrongfully injured since 1995, so our legal representatives know just how to handle cases like yours.
Our Cambridge Uber Accident Attorneys are Ready to Assist You
Call GED Lawyers today so we can assess your case at no cost or obligation to you. Our Cambridge Uber accident lawyers do not want to see any negligent party get away with harming others. Let us hold the liable party—whether that is the driver or Uber itself—accountable for their actions by pursuing maximum compensation for your family.
