The claims process for crashes involving an Uber can be complicated. Therefore, it is critical to obtain evidence in Mankato Uber accident cases as quickly as possible.
Our Uber/Lyft/rideshare collision attorneys at Maschka Personal Injury are adept at investigating car accidents. We will diligently work to ensure that you have the evidence you need to prove that another party was negligent and obtain compensation for your injuries.
One of the most important pieces of evidence in a Mankato Uber collision case is the rideshare driver’s cell phone records. These will show whether the driver was logged into the app when the crash occurred. If so, Uber’s insurance may pay your claim, and if not, you may have to rely on the driver’s personal auto coverage – or even your own auto coverage.
Minnesota Statutes § 65B.472 sets insurance requirements for rideshare companies. If the driver was logged into the app and either waiting for a fare or on the way to pick up a passenger, Uber provides coverage of $50,000 for bodily injury to one person and $100,000 per incident. If there is a passenger on board, Uber’s $1 million coverage limits apply.
If you decide to seek our help after suffering injuries in an accident involving an Uber, our attorneys will request the driver’s phone and Uber app records immediately. After reviewing these, we will likely know how much coverage is available and can refine our strategy to maximize the compensation you may receive for your injury.
In any car accident in Minnesota, whether a rideshare vehicle was involved or not, you must first file a claim with your personal injury protection. Then, if you meet a legal standard called the tort threshold, you can bring a legal claim against the responsible party. You can generally meet this threshold if the cost of treating your injury exceeds $4,000, if you were disabled for 60 days or more, or if your injury is permanent or caused permanent disfigurement.
If you meet the threshold and decide to bring a legal claim, you must prove that the other party’s negligence led to your injury. In Uber accident cases, our Mankato attorneys can gather evidence such as:
Depending on the circumstances of the incident, other evidence also might be relevant.
Your medical records are also essential evidence in supporting your claim. You must prove that the crash caused your injuries and that those injuries caused your damages. Some important steps you can take for your case include seeing a medical professional immediately after the accident, complying with follow-up instructions, and following medical advice.
If you were badly hurt in an accident involving a rideshare driver, you should accept ambulance transportation from the scene. You can rely on our Mankato attorneys to gather the evidence required to support your Uber crash claim.
However, if your injuries allow, you can collect valuable evidence at the scene. For example, photographs and video footage taken immediately after the accident can be invaluable. Try to get clear images of the drivers and landmarks around the scene.
The quality of the evidence in Mankato Uber accident cases can determine the likelihood of a successful claim. Improve your chances of obtaining a favorable outcome by working with the experienced attorneys at Maschka Personal Injury.
Our office is in Mankato, but we serve injured people throughout the area. Consultations are free, so contact us today to discuss your Uber accident claim.
