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3 Things You Must Do Immediately After a Ride-Share Accident

October 27, 2023 | Jarrett Blakeley
3 Things You Must Do Immediately After a Ride-Share Accident

Ride-share companies like Uber and Lyft have been great for helping people who either do not or cannot drive. These services are affordable, convenient, and relatively safe. In fact, the popularity of ride-share services has contributed to the bringing down of DUIs and fatal car accidents. But, ride-share services aren’t accident-proof. One problem with these drivers is that we don’t know whether they are getting enough sleep. Although Uber and other ride-share companies authenticate driver information, there’s still a chance there could be a driver who’s skirting rules and being negligent. If you or a loved one experiences an accident, Florida ride-share accident attorney Jarrett Blakeley lists some things you must do:

• Seek Medical Attention:

Naturally, the first thing you should do after an accident is seek medical attention. It’s important to seek medical attention even if an injury may seem minor or not worthy of a full examination. Car accident injuries don’t usually manifest until several days later, during which time the injuries can get worse. An examination report also helps your claim when you go to seek damages for injuries sustained during a ride-share accident.

• Call the Police:

The next thing you must do is call the police to ensure that a formal police report is made. It is the legal obligation of your ride-share driver to cooperate during the creation of a police report. Filing a report also will help for when it comes time to claim injuries.

• Collect as Much Information as Possible:

While you are waiting for an ambulance, obtain the name of your driver as well as their license plate number. If you can, take photos of the accident—these photos may help your Uber lawyer when it comes time to file a claim. You should also report the incident to the ride-share company. Companies like Uber and Lyft allow you to report accidents directly through their app.

Rather than file a claim yourself, you should hire a Lyft lawyer for help. You may have grounds to sue for compensation, but without guidance from an experienced Fort Lauderdale ride-share accident lawyer, it will be difficult for you to navigate the claims process.

Jarrett Blakeley

Firm founder Jarrett Blakeley, a dedicated Fort Lauderdale car accident lawyer fights to get maximum compensation for all of Blakeley Law Firm’s clients. He has been practicing law since 2006 and takes great pride in representing the rights of injured individuals against the insurance companies and the law firms that represent them. He has successfully represented thousands of clients and recovered tens of millions of dollars on their behalf. Mr. Blakeley strives to give all of his clients personal attention and maximum effort and seeks to instill a firm culture that prioritizes customer service and compassion for the injured over all else. Fighting for the injured is Jarrett Blakeley’s greatest passion and he looks forward to fighting for the injured for the rest of his career.

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