The introduction of Uber has changed the way people can travel from and around Los Angeles. Every day, thousands of cabs roam around the city, accept bookings for rides, and help reach their customers to their destination. However, there is no guarantee that you will be safe when booking a ride or sharing the road with an Uber. No wonder there are a lot of Los Angeles car accidents involving Uber.
If you are a driver, pedestrian, or cyclist who got injured by an Uber, you should consult with a Los Angeles motor vehicle accident attorney.
Steps to take after an Uber accident?
- Report the accident
When you get into an accident involving an Uber, call the police immediately. Once the police officers arrive, they will document the scene and make a report of the essential details of the crash. The report will include witness names, weather conditions, traffic conditions, etc. When you file for a car accident claim, your attorney will rely on this police report until they perform their own investigation.
Uber has a $1 Million insurance policy; therefore, do not forget to inform Uber that you have been involved in an accident.
- Seek medical help
Even if you think that you are not injured, seek medical attention. Most insurance providers deny claims if the victim cannot provide medical proof. There are also many cases where the victim did not show up with any injuries or symptoms right after the accident but showed up later on. Therefore, it is important to consult a doctor and ensure that all of your injuries are identified and treated right away. In this way, you will prevent the injuries from getting worse and put yourself at risk.
- Document the incident
You memory of the accident will fade with time. After a few days, it will become harder to recall who was present at the time of the accident, where it happened, and how it happened. Therefore, when you are at the accident spot, do not forget to take photos and videos. Document the accident by taking different shots from different angles. You should take pictures of your injuries too. Make videos while witnesses give statements. Ask for their contact number. Every piece of evidence you click and save will help claim compensation. Your lawyer may use the photo evidence to make a baseline for their thorough investigations.
The introduction of Uber has changed the way people can travel from and around Los Angeles. Every day, thousands of cabs roam around the city, accept bookings for rides, and help reach their customers to their destination. However, there is no guarantee that you will be safe when booking a ride or sharing the road with an Uber. No wonder there are a lot of Los Angeles car accidents involving Uber.
